Overview

Leonardo, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to undertake the role of Software Design Authority (DA) within our Signal Processing (SIP) Platform Team. You will work in a highly demanding and complex team, immersed in full-scale development programmes spanning the breadth of the engineering lifecycle. You will work with the PX CDT Chief Software Engineer (CSE) and SIP Product Designer to ensure our SIP platform development is compliant with our customer’s requirements and any associated standards. You will also support the Team Lead, CSE and Software Development Manager (SDM) to establish a refined process within our development team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition, and sign-off, of all software planning and process artefacts for the SIP platform software including, but not limited to, Software Development Process (SDP) and associated Work Instructions; Software Configuration Management Plans (SCMP); and Software Verification Plans (SVP).
• Lead the development of the Software Requirement Specification (SRS), Design Documentation and Validation and Verification strategy for the SIP platform software.
• Act as point-of-contact to Software Governance for the SIP Platform Team(s) and ensure audits are scheduled with any subsequent actions addressed.
• Promote an agile approach to engineering, building a culture of experimentation, on host and hardware, and failing fast.
• Provide expertise and guidance on software processes, software certification standards - including the application of DO-178C and addendums, software architecture (alongside the Product Designer) and integration activities.
• Develop your own technical expertise in signal processing software to support the next generation of RADAR product development.
• Develop technical expertise within the team acting as a mentor and a coach to others.
• Collaborate with PX CDT and Project Chief Software Engineers to ensure software design artefacts align with project milestones and mandated standards to achieve certification; work with Product Designer, Product Owner, Scrum Master and SDM to streamline delivery of artefacts.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience in signal processing software development and deployment for radar projects.
• Proven knowledge of DO-178C and the pathway to software certification.
• Experience in applying governance and guidance on Software Engineering LCM process.
• Experience in eliciting stakeholder expectations.
• Proven leadership and decision-making skills in a high complexity, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build trust and respect among engineering teams.
• Experience of integration, with an understanding of the resultant issues, cost and schedule implications, and potential mitigations.
• Tenacity and determination, with a desire to deliver outputs and results.
• The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn; be proactive.

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 referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

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 – pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – 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 – 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend – financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks – flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, and more.
• Flexible working – on-site requirement; discuss possibilities for part-time where appropriate.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Location and Employment

Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Engineering

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• Computer and Network Security

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