Software Team Lead – Real-Time Embedded C (Safety-Critical)
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Security Clearance: SC Required
The Opportunity
My Client is a leader in aerospace and defence solutions, and they are seeking an experienced Software Team Lead to drive the development of a real-time, safety-critical embedded C application for a nose wheel steering system.
You’ll lead a team of talented engineers through the full software lifecycle: deriving requirements, designing, implementing, and verifying a high-reliability, DO-178C Level A compliant system.
This role blends technical excellence and leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and innovation in a cutting-edge aerospace system.
What You’ll Do
Technical Leadership:
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Lead the design, development, and verification of bare-metal real-time software in C
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Ensure DO-178C Level A compliance including traceability, testing, and documentation
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Conduct design and code reviews, maintain coding standards and quality
Project Management & Team Leadership:
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Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test teams for seamless integration
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Report progress to stakeholders and support program reviews
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Foster effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team
What they are looking for.
Technical Expertise:
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Proven experience in bare-metal real-time embedded C development
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Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A standards and safety-critical certification
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Familiarity with MCDC testing, debugging tools, hardware interfaces, and safety analysis
Leadership Skills:
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Experience leading software teams in safety-critical or aerospace environments
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Strong organizational and project management skills
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Desirable:
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Aerospace or high-reliability system experience
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Knowledge of other safety-critical standards (ARP4754, ARINC 653, DO-254, DO-248)
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Experience with hardware/software integration and HIL testing
Why Join Us:
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Lead innovative projects in aerospace and defence
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Work with a highly skilled, collaborative team
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Opportunity to influence safety-critical software development at the forefront of technology