Software Engineer

We are looking for a number of capable, adaptable and inquisitive software engineers to join the team, to develop maritime Command and Control (C2) for the next generation of advanced air defence systems!

• A solid background in software engineering.
• Experience with Ada (preferred) or experience of using C++. Whilst this position is for Ada development, we welcome applications from those with experience in other software languages such as C++ or Rust, as we have found that Ada can be easily mastered by capable software engineers; help and support will be provided if needed.
• Experience working with a formal design process such as MASCOT, UML and tools E.g. Rhapsody.
• A passion for software engineering be able to innovate, and think critically to solve complex software problems.

Desirable:

• Ada programming

• For algorithms focus, experience with MATLAB Simulink toolchains and/or a Maths/Physics background.
• Development in a regulated software safety context eg defence, aerospace, rail, nuclear or medical
• Development for embedded Linux
• Interest in Team Leading or work allocation and tracking

Salary: up to £60,000 depending on experience

Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

The opportunity:

You will be joining teams that develop software used in the most advanced weapon systems in the world within a critical and influential Software Engineering Directorate and part of a large progressive and responsive company.

Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle., MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information., Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.