We are recruiting for a Senior Manager to lead a team of Software Developers on contract to work out our clients base in Farnborough. Our client is a leading defence and Space organisation. Job purpose: We are seeking a Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead our expanding software team. Reporting to the System Design Manager, you will be responsible for the management and day-to-day activities of the software team, collaborating with other disciplines and managers in all areas of the business. Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead the day to day activities of the software team, taking responsibility for delivering the agreed team goals. Skills Development: Develop the team''s personal and professional skills, acting as a mentor and coach to the team members. Team growth: Be part of the recruiting team seeking new talent as the team grows. Be accountable for the planning, design, development, verification and integration of the software for the high-altitude, long-endurance aircraft. Act as the technical authority for software, ensuring compliance with safety, performance, and regulatory requirements. Specify and develop the high-level and low-level software requirements Collaborate with other departments including systems engineering, avionics, flight operations and line maintenance for software activities Develop the personal and professional skills of the software team, and taking responsibility for recruiting new talent. Requirements: Bachelor''s degree i