Job Description

SC Embedded Engineer (Avionics Systems)

Location: South East, England

Job Type: Full-Time, Contract

Security Clearance: Required

We are working with a leading innovator in the aerospace and defence industry, committed to delivering next-generation solutions. We are seeking talented Embedded Engineers with experience in avionics systems to join our client's dynamic team.

We are looking for proven and well-versed Embedded Engineers, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing embedded systems for avionics applications. You will work in a security-cleared environment, ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop embedded software for avionics systems.

Perform system integration and testing.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Maintain and update existing systems to improve performance and reliability.

Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Proven experience in embedded systems development, particularly in avionics.

Strong programming skills in C/C++ and familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS).

Knowledge of avionics communication protocols (e.g., ARINC, MIL-STD-1553).

Experience with safety-critical systems and DO-178C certification.

Familiarity with FPGA development and VHDL/Verilog.

Experience with hardware-software integration and debugging.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

We understand that there is an industry shortage of candidates, so candidates of the right level including those who had read this job description will be prioritised. Please do not apply unless you have active or prior SC Clearance.

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