Software Engineer - Aerosapce

Manpower UK Ltd; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation leader seeks a Software Engineer for a 12-month contract in Cheltenham, offering a mix of on-site and remote work. This role involves developing software solutions, implementing test designs, and ensuring software verification meets aerospace standards, contributing to innovative advancements in flight technology.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace or safety-critical software roles.
• Familiarity with Agile or iterative development processes.
• Knowledge of network protocols including ARINC 664, ARINC-429, ARINC 629, ARINC-825.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of software solutions.
• Create and review test design documents.
• Perform software verification tasks as directed by the team lead.

Skills

Software development using Python

Software development using C++

Software development using Javascript

Compliance with DO178-C standards

Document management

Education

Embedded software qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

DOORS

TI Code Composer Studio IDE

WindRiver Workbench

LDRA

Rational Team Concert

Rally

Jenkins

Job description

Role: Software Engineer

Location: Cheltenham/remote - 3/4 days on-site per week

Duration: 12 months initially
Rate: Negotiable on experience
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About our client:
A global leader in aviation, dedicated to advancing the future of flight through innovation and precision engineering. With a rich legacy of excellence, they design and manufactures world-class jet engines and systems for commercial, military, and business aviation. Committed to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, they are shaping the next generation of aerospace solutions. Be part of their visionary team and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in flight technology.
Key Responsibilities:

• Development:

• Contribute to the design and development of software solutions
• Software development using Python/C++/Javascript
• Creation of technical documentation, presentations, and technical reports.

• Test Design and Implementation:
  
• Create and review test design documents.
• Implement and run test scripts on the rig.
• Conduct scrutiny reviews and release test scripts/documents.
• Software Verification:
  
• Perform software verification tasks as directed by the team lead.
• Work in compliance with DO178-C standards.
• Analyze tasks and provide insights on complexities or challenges.

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace or safety-critical software roles.
• Embedded software qualification or equivalent experience.

Desired Skills and Characteristics:

• Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, TI Code Composer Studio IDE, WindRiver Workbench, LDRA (or similar), Rational Team Concert, Rally, and Jenkins.
• Familiarity with Agile or iterative development processes.
• Experience supporting Aerospace Certification Authority activities, including SOI Audits.
• Knowledge of assembler programming.
• Understanding of network protocols including ARINC 664, ARINC-429, ARINC 629, and ARINC-825 (CAN).
• Strong document and records management skills.