Software Engineer - East Midlands - Defence

Description:

Software Engineer - Attractive - Permanent - Defence and Aviation Systems - East Midlands Area

A Software Engineer is required to join a market leading Innovative Defence Systems and Aviation Company. The Software Engineer will be Supporting the Software Technical Lead to define, plan, create and verify software development and testing. The Software Engineer will play a part in all current and future programme activities contributing to the support integration and test activities, including trials in the UK.

Software Engineer - Key Responsibilities

Create the software plan for existent software development
Incorporating appropriate processes for safety critical development
Update existing software safety management plan accordingly
Maintain software requirements, design and testing documentation
Maintain procedures and methods for development and testing
Contribute towards the continual improvement of working practices and methods
Support the Software Technical Lead in training the other software team members
Participate in software implementation, bug fixing and testing
Support generation and preparation of software release documentation
Participate in software integration and qualification, system integration and test
Bring maturity and credibility when engaging with customers, managers and stakeholders
Cover potentially both Real Time and Windows based Software Developments
Undertake systems engineering activities relating to the software programmes
Promote the importance of software quality attributes, including system efficiency
Develop and manage effective relationships across the company and its customers
Promote maintainability, reliability, and re-usability
Maintain code and documentation within configuration management systems
Participate in Peer Reviews of documentation and code
Technical Skills, Qualifications and Experience for the Software Engineer

BSc or equivalent in Software Engineering academic degree
Strong Object-Oriented Design principles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced C and C++ programming and debugging skills
Experience within a Visual Studio integrated development environment
Good attention to detail with excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Strong inter-personal and people management skills
Strong business and commercial acumen
Ability to prioritise activities as required.
Knowledge of algorithms, data structures and software design patterns
Knowledge of Real Time Embedded software development and test
Familiarity with a software development life-cycle
Familiarity with software requirements management
Experience in the use of a software design modelling tool and modelling language
Experience in writing well-defined and testable code
Familiarity with and the use of Software Coding Standards
Proficiency in troubleshooting software issues and debugging
Experience working to safety standards such as DO-178C and MISRA. - Desirable
Experience using Unified Modelling Language (UML) tools and methodologies to
**Security Clearance will be required for this role and therefore only applications from candidates that hold this or able to obtain this will be considered**

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Software Engineer then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line (phone number removed) or email suitable MS Word CV's to

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