Space Systems Software Engineer – Embedded (Hybrid)

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Job summary

MDA Space is a robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ history, serving the UK from multiple sites. We seek a Software Engineer to design and develop onboard and ground test software for payloads, collaborate across teams, and contribute to space missions with robust engineering practices.

The role requires experience in C/C++ on Linux, embedded software, and space industry standards; travel to partner locations is possible. Hybrid UK work model offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing C/C++ for systems using the Linux operating system.
• Experience with ECSS Software development process or similar.
• Familiarity with software development standards such as MISRA or CERT C.
• Knowledge of computer networking and protocols.
• Embedded software development experience.
• Familiarity with CCSDS protocols and space-related interfaces.
• Experience with Linux kernel and device drivers.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of on-board software and ground test software for payloads.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and share knowledge proactively.
• Develop test cases to identify root causes and deliver robust solutions.
• Estimate resources for end-to-end software delivery to internal and external customers.
• Document APIs and code clearly for the team and validation.
• Willingness to travel to MDA/partner locations to support project delivery.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Embedded Software Development

Python development

CAN interfaces

SPI

UART

Git

Jenkins

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Job description

MDA Space is a robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ history, serving the UK from multiple sites. We seek a Software Engineer to design and develop onboard and ground test software for payloads, collaborate across teams, and contribute to space missions with robust engineering practices.

The role requires experience in C/C++ on Linux, embedded software, and space industry standards; travel to partner locations is possible. Hybrid UK work model offered.