Senior Principal Software Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of software for advanced flight control and actuation systems. This role requires deep expertise in safety-critical software development, real-time embedded systems, and aerospace compliance standards. You will influence architecture decisions, mentor engineering teams, and ensure our software meets the highest standards of reliability and certification., * Technical Leadership: Define software architecture and technical strategy for flight control and actuation systems.

• System Design: Develop real-time embedded software for actuation systems and flight control computers.
• Integration: Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to ensure seamless integration of software with Moog's actuation products.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to aerospace standards such as DO-178C and ARP4754A throughout the development lifecycle.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practices in safety-critical software development.
• Quality Assurance: Drive rigorous verification and validation processes for mission-critical software.

• Experience: 15+ years in software engineering, with significant experience in aerospace or safety-critical systems.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems; experience with writing software for flight control electronics.
• Architecture: Expertise in deterministic, fault-tolerant systems for flight control applications.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of DO-178C certification and related standards.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field., * Experience with model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink).
• Familiarity with ARINC standards and MIL-STD protocols.
• Background in flight control actuation and fly-by-wire systems.

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, free onsite parking and EV Charging

You Matter at Moog - Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work., Moog Aircraft Group is a world leader in flight control systems for commercial and military aircraft. We design and manufacture high-performance actuation and control solutions that enable safer, more efficient flight. As part of our team, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies that power next-generation aircraft.