Senior Staff Software Engineer

Moog Inc; Tewkesbury, Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm in Tewkesbury is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of software for advanced flight control systems. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in safety-critical software development and a strong proficiency in C/C++. The role offers a hybrid work model, a flexible benefits package, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Generous life assurance

Employee share options

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software engineering, with significant experience in aerospace.
• Familiarity with ARINC standards and MIL-STD protocols is a plus.
• Background in flight control actuation and fly-by-wire systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define software architecture for flight control and actuation systems.
• Develop real-time embedded software for actuation systems.
• Collaborate with engineers for seamless software integration.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards during development.
• Mentor engineering teams on best practices in software development.
• Drive verification and validation processes for critical software.

Skills

Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems

Experience in safety-critical systems

Expertise in deterministic, fault-tolerant systems

Strong understanding of DO-178C certification

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Senior Staff Software Engineer page is loaded## Senior Staff Software Engineerremote type: Hybridlocations: Tewkesbury, GBR: Wolverhampton, GBRtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-25-15501Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.**Job Title**:Senior Staff Software Engineer**Work Schedule:**Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR**About Moog Aircraft Group**Moog Aircraft Group is a world leader in flight control systems for commercial and military aircraft. We design and manufacture high-performance actuation and control solutions that enable safer, more efficient flight. As part of our team, you’ll work on cutting-edge technologies that power next-generation aircraft.**About the Role**We are seeking a **Senior Staff Software Engineer** to lead the development of software for advanced flight control and actuation systems. This role requires deep expertise in safety-critical software development, real-time embedded systems, and aerospace compliance standards. You will influence architecture decisions, mentor engineering teams, and ensure our software meets the highest standards of reliability and certification.**Key Responsibilities*** **Technical Leadership:** Define software architecture and technical strategy for flight control and actuation systems.* **System Design:** Develop real-time embedded software for actuation systems and flight control computers.* **Integration:** Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to ensure seamless integration of software with Moog’s actuation products.* **Compliance:** Ensure adherence to aerospace standards such as DO-178C and ARP4754A throughout the development lifecycle.* **Mentorship:** Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practices in safety-critical software development.* **Quality Assurance:** Drive rigorous verification and validation processes for mission-critical software.**Qualifications*** **Experience:** 10+ years in software engineering, with significant experience in aerospace or safety-critical systems.* **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems; experience with writing software for flight control electronics.* **Architecture:** Expertise in deterministic, fault-tolerant systems for flight control applications.* **Regulatory Knowledge:** Strong understanding of DO-178C certification and related standards.* **Education:** Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience with model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink).* Familiarity with ARINC standards and MIL-STD protocols.* Background in flight control actuation and fly-by-wire systems.**What We Offer*** Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)* Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice* Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)* Employee share options, free onsite parking and EV Charging**You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision**At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.