Your impact
Are you interested in developing software to test some of the most cutting‑edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? If you like the sound of developing software for projects such as the Eurofighter Typhoon jet, then Leonardo would like to hear from you.
Job Description
We are looking for experienced Software Engineers to join our well‑established Test Engineering community at our Newcastle based site. You will help us continue our industry‑leading contribution to projects in our Radar teams. If you would like to read about our contribution to the Eurofighter, have a look here https //uk.leonardo.com/en/innovation/typhoon.
As a Software Engineer you will
- Support creation and delivery of software solutions within a defined work package area, ensuring that the package meets all stakeholder requirements.
- Establish and mature stakeholder needs, associating/attributing priority, interest, influence and trading‑off needs to determine optimum capability to solve stakeholders’ problems.
- Create high quality and robust code; fully document and record your work products; keep them under configuration management and provide plans and reports on progress to your line manager.
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture alignment with other elements of the programme.
- Contribute to the resolution of emerging issues by proposing and driving through solutions, escalating more complex risks and supporting definition of opportunities and risk mitigation options.
What We Need From You
- Industry experience of using the programming languages C and/or C++.
- Good quality industry experience and working autonomously at a senior level.
- Experience with the full Software Development Lifecycle.
Demonstrable experience in the following areas will help you stand out
- Developing Low Level Drivers.
- Experience with NI TestStand.
- Experience with Visual Studio.
- Developing software for test system environments.
- Developing software within a development process framework.
- Experience of Agile development and Atlassian toolset.
- Familiarity with configuration management tools, defect tracking and peer review.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting.
Why join us
We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports your well‑being, career development and work‑life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Time to recharge – Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
- Secure your future – Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Your wellbeing matters – Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding performance – All employees are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Join in our success – Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides you the opportunity to own shares in Leonardo.
- Tailored perks – Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/company-benefits.
We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, let us know.
Be part of something bigger – apply now!
Primary Location
GB – Newcastle
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid
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