Software Engineer C/C++

The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team conducts the most complete test of missiles other than a firing. The client designs complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow engineers to ‘fire missiles indoors’.

Salary: Circa £55,000, depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 - 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

What the client can offer you:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Annual salary review
• Paid overtime
• Up to 15 days flexi leave
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities

The opportunity:

The client is looking for ambitious engineers with a growth mind-set to join their team. If you’re the right person, you’ll find a supportive environment, surrounded by passionate experts while being part of a collaborative and driven team.

As a HWIL Software Engineer, you’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining the underlying real-time software tools that enable simulations of real missile hardware and control of innovative equipment. You’ll also support the deployment of these tools in designing simulations and running experiments.

You should be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable abstracting detail in order to understand both the simulations and missile behaviour.

What they’re looking for:

• Software design
• Software design for real-time applications
• Familiarity with Linux operating system
• Familiarity with C/C++
• Use of microcontrollers (e.g. Raspberry Pi)
• Interface debugging and system integration
• Familiarity with Object-Oriented approaches (beneficial)

The client:

They’re a leading defence organisation, proud of the role they play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. They partner with governments to work together towards a common goal: defending our freedom.

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