Salary: £16,200 - 21,600 per year Requirements: Approximately 10 years experience in software engineering leadership roles Strong background in safety-critical or aerospace software environments Knowledge of C and Python beneficial (not a coding role) Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle Experience with aerospace standards such as DO-178C and related regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership abilities Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day activities of the software engineering team, ensuring delivery against goals Mentor, coach and develop team members professionally and technically Oversee software planning, requirements definition, development, verification and integration Act as the technical authority for software, ensuring compliance with relevant aerospace standards (including DO-178C) Collaborate with systems engineering, avionics, flight operations and maintenance teams Liaise with external authorities and suppliers when required Technologies: Python More: We are a leading aerospace and engineering organisation located in Farnborough seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead a growing software team focused on advanced high-altitude aviation technology. This position is primarily centered on leadership, delivery, and engineering governance. We offer a 6-month initial contract with the possibility of extension, and provide a competitive pay rate. Join our dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to complex, safety-critical aerospace platforms. last updated 9 week of 2026