Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer: GNSS & Mission Systems

CleanTech Talent; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 72,500 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High autonomy

Technical ownership

Career growth

Cross-functional engineering exposure

Job summary

A pioneering space technology organization in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer to develop software for GNSS missions. The successful candidate will operate across system layers, ensuring reliable data delivery from space to users. This role requires strong programming skills in C++ and Python, along with the ability to navigate complex software challenges. With a hybrid working environment and high autonomy, this position is ideal for engineers seeking meaningful and impactful work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in software engineering within aerospace or high-reliability environments.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and/or Python programming languages.
• Experience with embedded systems or performance-sensitive software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scientific and command control software for GNSS satellite payloads.
• Support reliable and timely delivery of mission data from spacecraft.
• Collaborate to troubleshoot and resolve mission issues.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded systems

DSP principles

Collaboration

Clear communication

Tools

FPGA development

AWS

Job description

A pioneering space technology organization in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Software Engineer to develop software for GNSS missions. The successful candidate will operate across system layers, ensuring reliable data delivery from space to users. This role requires strong programming skills in C++ and Python, along with the ability to navigate complex software challenges. With a hybrid working environment and high autonomy, this position is ideal for engineers seeking meaningful and impactful work.