Embedded Software Development Engineer (Fixed-Term)

Role Overview

We are seeking an Embedded Software Development Engineer with experience in embedded software design and development in C for a bare-metal application within a DO-178C Level A programme. The engineer will work across software, systems, electronics, test equipment, configuration management and quality teams throughout the V-lifecycle.

This role is fully onsite and is based at our HQ in Groby, Leicestershire. This is a fixed-term role, initially for one year, with a likelihood of extension. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the work, additional eligibility requirements may apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in C, including low-level drivers, in accordance with DO-178C standards.
• Participate in requirements capture and review activities.
• Design and implement software to the quality standards required for the project.
• Create design documentation in line with applicable quality standards.
• Participate in code, requirements, and document reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proficient in embedded software development using C, especially for bare-metal applications and low-level drivers.
• Experience working in the aerospace domain, complying with DO-178B/C standards and within an AS9100 quality management system.
• Experience developing software to DAL-A standards, including associated test methodologies, tools, and qualification activities.
• Experience writing highly optimised code for resource-constrained hardware and meeting hard real-time requirements.
• Good understanding of embedded hardware, microcontrollers, peripherals, and hardware/software interfaces.
• Experience in using Oscilloscopes, DVMs etc.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a self-starting approach.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Parasoft, IBM DOORS, and GitHub.

• Knowledge of MISRA C/C++ and static analysis techniques.
• Experience creating documentation for DO-178C qualification.
• Experience with communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and RS232.
• Experience with PBIT and CBIT development.