Overview
Job Description: Salary Range: £65,000 - £75,000. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
What you’ll do
* Deliver and integrate high-quality real-time embedded software, ensuring reliability in critical applications.
* Provide technical guidance and leadership, supporting teams in best practices, system integrity, and software development methodologies.
* Work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, contributing to multidisciplinary solutions.
* Develop your expertise in an environment that prioritises learning, mentorship, and career progression.
* Lead development approaches that emphasise design principles, modularity, reuse, and industry best practices, shaping technical direction while honing your leadership skills.
What you’ll bring (Qualifications)
* Proven experience in embedded software development, with a solid foundation in real-time systems.
* A strong understanding of integration and requirements engineering, ensuring high-quality software solutions.
* Leadership experience, with a willingness to mentor and guide teams toward best practices.
* Knowledge of industry standards, including RTCA-DO178C or equivalent integrity frameworks.
* Experience with Object Orientation, Linux/VXWorks (Desirable) — but adaptability, systems thinking, and leadership potential are key.
* This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls known as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information, visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance.
* Time to Recharge: generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
* Secure your Future: award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
* Your Wellbeing Matters: free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
* Rewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and below.
* Never Stop Learning: free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
* Refer a friend: financial reward through our referral programme.
* Tailored Perks: flexibly spend up to £500 annually on benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
* Flexible working: flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please discuss what might be possible.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. We are committed to an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. If you have accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Be part of something bigger – apply now!
Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Onsite
International, multicultural, innovative, technological: this is Leonardo. The company’s passionate and talented team is influenced by STEM expertise, with diverse experience that enables knowledge sharing across generations. Leonardo seeks to expand its talent pool and welcomes your opportunity to join.
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