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# Onboard Safety-Critical Software Engineer & Leader (Military Derivatives)

- **Company:** Airbus
- **Location:** Getafe, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Desktop Computing, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Software Verification, DO-178B, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/contact-us.html

## About the Role

SKILLSDegree in Computer, Software Engineering or similar.
At least 10 years of experience in similar positions.
Advanced level in English.
Demonstrated experience in Software Development.
Knowledge of programming languages as C/C++.
Experience in SW verification tools.
Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems.
Experience in Software Certification Processes applying the RTCA DO-178B/C.Experience in Worst-Case Execution Time Analysis techniques.
Onboard Safety-Critical Software EngineerRESPONSIBILITIESTo be involved in the Software Requirements Specification for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.
To be involved in the Software Architecture Specification for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.
To be involved in the Hardware/Software Integration Testing for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.
To be involved in the development of the Software DO-178 B/C for the Onboard Computers developed under the responsibility of the Aerial Delivery domain, and to be involved in its verification (testing, reviews and analysis).
Develop considering the following factors: Safety, Quality, Systems Performance, Cost, Environmental, Operational and Industrial Requirements.
SKILLSDegree in Computer, Software Engineering or similar.
Early carreer and mid term (up to 5 years) experience would be consideredAdvanced level in English.
Demonstrated experience in Software DevelopmentKnowledge of programming languages as C/C++.
Desirable experience in SW verification tools.
Desirable knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems.
Desirable experience in Software Certification Processes applying the RTCA DO-178B/C.
Desirable Worst-Case Execution Time Analysis techniques.

## Description

Job Description: Airbus Defence and Space is looking for 4 Onboard Safety-Critical Software Engineer and 1 Onboard Safety-Critical Software Leader to join our Aerial Delivery Domain based in Getafe, Spain.
The selected candidates will be part of a team developing integrated A/C embebed systems contributing to Aerial Delivery capability and Health Monitoring function.
As part of the AerialDelivery team, you will be involved in the design, implementation, validation, verification, certification and qualification for integrated A/C system that constitute Aerial Delivery and Health Monitoring Functions.
Onboard Safety-Critical Software LeaderRESPONSIBILITIESTo be in charge of the Software Requirements Specification for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.
To be in charge of the Software Architecture Definition for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.
To be in charge of the Hardware/Software Integration Testing for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.
To be in charge of the development of the Software DO-178 B/C for the Onboard Computers developed under the responsibility of the Aerial Delivery domain, and to be involved in its verification (testing, reviews and analysis).
Develop considering the following factors: Safety, Quality, Systems Performance, Cost, Environmental, Operational and Industrial Requirements.


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