Jobs in Wexcombe

Software Engineer

Burbage area

We are working with an innovative engineering organisation developing advanced Aerospace technologies. They are now looking to hire an experienced Software Engineer to support the design and delivery of mission‑critical software and firmware solutions.

This role sits within a multidisciplinary engineering team and covers the full software lifecycle – from design and development through testing, integration and deployment. You’ll also contribute to system‑level integration within complex avionics architectures.

The Role of the Software EngineerYou’ll be responsible for developing robust, high‑quality software for flight‑critical systems, while working closely with electronics, systems and product teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Designing, developing and maintaining embedded software and firmware
Translating technical and system requirements into scalable, secure solutions
Supporting integration, testing and troubleshooting of software within full system architectures
Conducting code reviews and maintaining high engineering standards
Producing clear technical documentation (designs, specifications, user guides)
Investigating and resolving complex software issues
Supporting regulatory and safety‑critical development activities (DO‑178B/C)
Sharing knowledge, mentoring others and contributing to continuous improvementEssential Requirements We are looking for someone who has:

Solid programming skills in C and Python (MATLAB beneficial)
Experience in aerospace, defence or safety‑critical environments
Experience working with real‑time or embedded operating systems
Confidence working on Linux / UNIX‑based environments
Experience debugging embedded systems (software and hardware interaction)
Familiarity with common communication protocols (e.g. CAN, SPI, I2C, serial)
Experience using version control tools such as Git
A relevant engineering qualification or equivalent commercial experienceWhat’s On Offer
Opportunity to work on avionics technology
High technical autonomy and responsibility
Collaborative, engineering‑led environment
Competitive salary and benefits package 

'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie at Orion for further details!

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