Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Aerospace)

Honeywell; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace technology company in Yeovil is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the Electronic Controllers team. This hybrid role involves planning and managing software development for embedded aerospace applications, requiring a strong understanding of C programming and DO178C. Join a dynamic environment that emphasizes innovation and continuous improvement, with opportunities for professional growth within a world-renowned brand.

Benefits

Focus on innovation

Dynamic team environment

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience of developing and verifying software for embedded aerospace applications.
• Thorough understanding of C programming and DO178C.
• Ability to read circuit diagrams and use electronics test tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage software development and verification activities.
• Review system and software requirements for traceability.
• Design and integrate software architecture ensuring verification.

Skills

C programming language

DO178C

Embedded aerospace applications

Circuit diagrams

Electronics development tools

Education

Degree (BSc) in software development, maths, or electronics

Tools

DOORS

ChangeMan

Dimensions

ClearCase / ClearQuest

System Architect

Rhapsody

VectorCAST

QA C

LDRA Test Bed

Job description

Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Electronic Controllers team at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies in Yeovil.

The Yeovil site is a thriving design development and manufacturing facility specialising in Environmental Control Systems and Life Support Systems. As part of the town’s rich aviation heritage the site boasts world class development and qualification testing facilities and has produced numerous innovations in these product areas.

Within the Yeovil Engineering department the Electronic Controllers team is a multidisciplinary group that provides the core functionality of these systems integrating specialised hardware and software to meet the stringent requirements associated with these high integrity systems.

This is a hybrid role featuring a 3 days in-office / 2 days remote work model with occasional travel to customer sites in the UK and Europe.

Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are used on virtually every commercial defence and aircraft engines cockpit and cabin electronics wireless connectivity systems mechanical components. Our hardware and software solutions help create more fuel‑efficient aircraft more direct and on‑time flights and safer skies.

Safer More Fuel‑Efficient Flying and Innovations for the Future of Aviation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage software development and verification activities in compliance with RTCA DO 178B / C.
• Review system and software requirements and ensure clear traceability across all project work-products.
• Design implement and integrate software architecture ensuring comprehensive verification and adequate test coverage.
• Generate and approve the Plan for Software Aspects of Certification addressing certification‑related issues and creating the Software Accomplishment Summary.
• Identify training tool and resource needs for projects while reviewing and approving deliverables from project team members.
• Participate in process and tool standardisation initiatives to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree (BSc) or equivalent in software development maths or electronics preferred.
• Significant experience of developing and verifying software for embedded aerospace applications over all life‑cycle phases (requirements capture specification design implementation support).
• A thorough understanding of the C programming language and DO178C is essential.
• The ability to read circuit diagrams or schematics and to use electronics development and test tools (oscilloscopes logic analyzers debuggers etc.) would be beneficial.
• Experience of using the following software tools would be beneficial : DOORS ChangeMan Dimensions ClearCase / ClearQuest System Architect and / or Rhapsody VectorCAST QA C and / or LDRA Test Bed

Our Offer

• Work for a well‑known brand with a continued focus on innovation and growth.
• Join a dynamic team where most leaders are promoted from within.
• A culture that fosters inclusion diversity and innovation.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race religion colour national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform crucial job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers innovators dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future!

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1