Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer (Hybrid)

Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd.; Wood Street; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SSTL is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design, analyse and develop software for satellite systems. The role covers the complete lifecycle from concept to launch and operations, with exposure to real-time embedded C on space hardware.

You will work on demanding projects in a hybrid environment based at our Guildford Head Office, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and adopting agile processes. This is a pivotal opportunity for engineers wanting impact in space missions.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Computing or similar subject.
• Python and embedded C Programming Language.
• Appreciation of digital electronics.
• SPARC, ARM, RISC-V architectures preferable.
• Knowledge of CAN, Serial, and IP communication protocols.
• BitBucket/GIT version control.
• Agile/JIRA development approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Results orientated, can-do approach.
• Pro-active and able to take initiative.
• Decision making and creative problem solving skills.
• Highly organised with clear communication skills.
• Ability to work simultaneously on a variety of projects.
• Able to work autonomously and using own initiative.
• Good team working skills, together with the ability to interface with others at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to tight timescales.
• Company mindsets; accountability, one team, customers and projects rule and audacity.

Responsibilities

• Development of complex real-time applications to meet customer requirements and interfaces.
• Ability to capture requirements and deliver software within tight timeframes.
• Ensure effective plans are in place to deliver software in accordance with the schedule and PA/QA requirements of the project.
• Ensure risks to the development are identified, managed and communicated to Projects and Engineering.
• Involvement in internal software peer reviews.
• Other activities as delegated.

Skills

Embedded C

Real-time systems

Python

VxWorks

RT Linux

ARM/RISC-V

CAN/Serial/IP

Git/Bitbucket

Agile/JIRA

Autonomy

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering/Computing degree

Tools

Git/Bitbucket

Job description

SSTL is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design, analyse and develop software for satellite systems. The role covers the complete lifecycle from concept to launch and operations, with exposure to real-time embedded C on space hardware.

You will work on demanding projects in a hybrid environment based at our Guildford Head Office, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and adopting agile processes. This is a pivotal opportunity for engineers wanting impact in space missions.