We are looking for a number of capable, adaptable and inquisitive software engineers to join the team, to develop maritime Command and Control (C2) for the next generation of advanced air defence systems. Salary: up to £60,000 depending on experience. Work is dynamic (hybrid) with typically 5 days per week on‑site, due to workload classification.
Security clearance: British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) after offer, managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
Responsibilities
This is a very hands‑on role to understand the current Command & Control architecture, support the continued design and development, and the instantiation for future products. The role includes involvement in all aspects of the development.
Qualifications
- A solid background in software engineering.
- Experience with Ada (preferred) or experience of using C++. While this position is for Ada development, we welcome applications from those with experience in other software languages such as C++ or Rust. Ada can be easily mastered by capable software engineers; help and support will be provided if needed.
- Experience working with a formal design process such as MASCOT, UML and tools, e.g. Rhapsody.
- A passion for software engineering, able to innovate, and think critically to solve complex software problems.
Desirable
- Ada programming.
- For algorithmic focus, experience with MATLAB/Simulink toolchains and/or a Maths/Physics background.
- Development in a regulated software safety context (e.g. defence, aerospace, rail, nuclear or medical).
- Development for embedded Linux.
- Interest in team leading or work allocation and tracking.
Benefits
- Company bonus: up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year).
- Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
- Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime.
- Flexi leave: up to 15 additional days.
- Flexible working: we welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
- Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
- Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking.
- Healthcare Cash Plan: option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.
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