Senior Principal Software Engineer

Company: Moog Inc.
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Location: Wolverhampton
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Senior Staff Software Engineer

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Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR

Moog Aircraft Group is a world leader in flight control systems for commercial and military aircraft.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of software for advanced flight control and actuation systems. This role requires deep expertise in safety-critical software development, real-time embedded systems, and aerospace compliance standards. You will influence architecture decisions, mentor engineering teams, and ensure our software meets the highest standards of reliability and certification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define software architecture and technical strategy for flight control and actuation systems.
  • Develop real-time embedded software for actuation systems and flight control computers.
  • Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to ensure seamless integration of software with Moog’s actuation products.
  • Ensure adherence to aerospace standards such as DO-178C and ARP4754A throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practices in safety-critical software development.
  • Drive rigorous verification and validation processes for mission-critical software.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in software engineering with significant experience in aerospace or safety-critical systems.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems; experience with writing software for flight control electronics.
  • Expertise in deterministic, fault-tolerant systems for flight control applications.
  • Strong understanding of DO-178C certification and related standards.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink).
  • Familiarity with ARINC standards and MIL-STD protocols.
  • Background in flight control actuation and fly-by-wire systems.

What We Offer

  • Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
  • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
  • Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
  • Employee share options, free onsite parking and EV Charging

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026