Software Engineering Lead Location: Warton Salary: £55,000-£60,000 (dependent on skills and experience) Join a globally recognised leader in the defence and aerospace sector, renowned for developing innovative technologies that shape the future of flight and protect lives.
With an inclusive and forward-thinking culture, this organisation values diversity, fosters collaboration, and empowers employees to achieve their full potential.
The Role As a Software Engineering Lead , you will:
Lead a team of skilled software developers across the full software development lifecycle.
Manage the support, maintenance, and upgrades of in-house Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) software toolsets.
Oversee workload priorities and contribute to the development of future software strategies.
Act as the main point of contact for FTI software toolsets, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including Flight Test Engineering teams.
Champion software development best practices and ensure compliance with departmental processes.
Your Skills and Experience To excel in this role, you'll need:
A degree in Engineering, STEM, or equivalent relevant experience.
Demonstrated leadership or team management experience, with the ability to foster collaboration.
Strong problem-solving skills, particularly within complex systems.
A systems-thinking mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Experience with tools to process and manipulate large datasets.
Proficiency in programming languages and databases such as C++, Java, Oracle, and SQL.
About the Team You will join the Software Group within the Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) team, playing a pivotal role in developing and supporting software products that enable successful flight test engineering.
The team focuses on creating in-house software tools, managing upgrades, and planning for future challenges in the evolving aerospace landscape.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team at the forefront of engineering excellence and innovation in a highly specialised field.
For further information feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply!
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