Signal Processing Software Engineer (Lead Levels)

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

12/16/2024

Job Description

The opportunity

At Leonardo, we are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to develop software for the Raven E-Scan Radar System, which is a key operational capability of the Saab Gripen Next Generation Fighter Jet.

The Gripen NG is one of the most advanced multi-role fighters in the world and as a software engineer, you will have a significant role in the deployment of new Radar signal processing features, from early concept right though to delivering improvements following flight trials.

For this role we are looking for candidates for both our well-established software community in our Edinburgh based office, as well as candidates in our brand-new Newcastle office that has a bit more of a ‘start up’ feel to it.

For more information on our contribution to Raven, check out - https //uk.leonardo.com/en/news-and-stories-detail/-/detail/leonardo-on-board-as-the-saab-gripen-e-takes-to-the-skies

What You Will Do As a Software Engineer

• Be responsible for creating high quality and robust code, for fully documenting and recording your work products, keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and reports on progress to your supervisor
• Deliver technical reports and documents, as well as generate and present technical presentations to project stakeholders.
• Be able to follow a project plan and identify key elements within the project plan.
• Report clear and concise progress to the software team lead and Project and Engineering management.
• Work alongside and closely with the software & systems team, including system integration teams onto target hardware. You will investigate and resolve real integration problems on a complex system.
  
  

What We Need From You

• A desire to bring complex radar signal processing algorithms to life in software
• Industry experience and the ability to work independently at a senior level.
• Experience with the full Software Development Lifecycle.
• Willingness and desire to work within a multi-disciplined project team.
  
  

Demonstrable experience in the following areas will help you stand out

• Industry experience or academic knowledge of signal processing techniques
• A strong mathematic or scientific background
• Developing, optimising and testing high-performance software solutions using various languages e.g. Matlab, Simulink, C++ and C.
• Working and delivering software using agile techniques such as Scrum, and tooling such as Jira / Confluence / Bitbucket / Gitlab.
• Experience with cross-compiling and developing software for embedded systems.
• Knowledge of standards such as DO-178C and coding standards such as MISRA C/C++.
• Past or current experience in heavily regulated industries such as Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, or Oil & Gas
  
  

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit https //www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension Award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below
  
  

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location

GB - Edinburgh

Additional Locations

GB - Newcastle

Contract Type

Hybrid Working

Onsite