Flight Software Engineer - Space

CV-Library
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15 months ago
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Flight Software Engineer
Oxfordshire
£60-90k per annum

This is your chance to be at the forefront of space innovation, contributing to a sustainable space environment. If you're a skilled embedded software engineer ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you!

The Role

  • Develop and validate onboard Flight Software for spacecraft.

  • Define Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and development plans.

  • Collaborate with subsystem teams to identify software needs.

  • Perform Flight Software verification, validation, and integration.

  • Participate in Mission System Test and Simulation campaigns.

  • Integrate Computer Vision and Guidance, Navigation, and Control software.

    Essential Skills:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in real-time embedded software development (C/C++).

  • Solid understanding of software development methodologies.

  • Proven experience implementing real-time systems.

  • Experience developing and implementing test plans.

  • Proactive, self-managing, and a collaborative team player.

    Desirable Skills:

  • Aerospace software development experience.

  • Experience with VxWorks or RTEMS platforms.

  • Familiarity with mission design lifecycle.

  • Knowledge of space communication protocols (CCSDS, CAN, Spacewire).

    How to Apply

    If you feel like you fit the above role, please submit your CV below and one of the team will be in contact

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