Software Engineer C++

Location Bristol
Job Type Contract
Salary Up to £49.25 per hour + Up to £65 hourly rate through an umbrella
Reference 2786445_1658224167
Duration 6 months

The UK's trusted Ministry of Defence partner, MBDA, are looking for a skilled Software Engineer develop and deliver innovative solutions by exploiting a broad portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision at the site in Bristol.

What you'll get to do as a Software Engineer C++:

  • To undertake a full range of engineering activities per relevant processes, quality and other requirements.
  • In particular, the Design and Development of software for real-time systems.
  • This role will involve the software design of a new missile system.
  • The role will involve C++ code development and verification.
  • The role will involve integration testing with the equipment containing the software. This integration will take place on representative and final deliverable target hardware.
  • This role may also involve the integration of Weapon Control Unit subsystems using complex simulators of other Missile subsystems.

What we're looking for:

  • Experience with C++.
  • Knowledge of SysML / UML would be helpful.
  • Suitable skills and experience in Integration testing and debugging would be desirable.
  • Experience of working in High Dependability systems would be beneficial.
  • You must be a UK national or citizen to be eligible for the role.

More about the role:

MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at MBDA's, Bristol's state of the art site, which plays a key part in missiles operations. The location offers excellent transportation links, outstanding learning and development opportunities, and social, charitable, and sporting activities.

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