Onboard Safety-Critical Software Engineer & Leader (Military Derivatives)

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📍 Getafe AreaFull time

About this role

Job Description:

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for 4 Onboard Safety-Critical Software Engineer and 1 Onboard Safety-Critical Software Leader to join our Aerial Delivery Domain based in Getafe, Spain.
The selected candidates will be part of a team developing integrated A/C embebed systems contributing to Aerial Delivery capability and Health Monitoring function. As part of the Aerial
Delivery team, you will be involved in the design, implementation, validation, verification, certification and qualification for integrated A/C system that constitute Aerial Delivery and Health Monitoring Functions.

Onboard Safety-Critical Software Leader

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To be in charge of the Software Requirements Specification for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.

  • To be in charge of the Software Architecture Definition for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.

  • To be in charge of the Hardware/Software Integration Testing for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.

  • To be in charge of the development of the Software DO-178 B/C for the Onboard Computers developed under the responsibility of the Aerial Delivery domain, and to be involved in its verification (testing, reviews and analysis).

  • Develop considering the following factors: Safety, Quality, Systems Performance, Cost, Environmental, Operational and Industrial Requirements.

SKILLS

  • Degree in Computer, Software Engineering or similar.

  • At least 10 years of experience in similar positions.

  • Advanced level in English.

  • Demonstrated experience in Software Development.

  • Knowledge of programming languages as C/C++.

  • Experience in SW verification tools.

  • Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems.

  • Experience in Software Certification Processes applying the RTCA DO-178B/C.

  • Experience in Worst-Case Execution Time Analysis techniques.

Onboard Safety-Critical Software Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To be involved in the Software Requirements Specification for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.

  • To be involved in the Software Architecture Specification for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.

  • To be involved in the Hardware/Software Integration Testing for the Onboard Safety Critical Computers.

  • To be involved in the development of the Software DO-178 B/C for the Onboard Computers developed under the responsibility of the Aerial Delivery domain, and to be involved in its verification (testing, reviews and analysis).

  • Develop considering the following factors: Safety, Quality, Systems Performance, Cost, Environmental, Operational and Industrial Requirements.

SKILLS

  • Degree in Computer, Software Engineering or similar.

  • Early carreer and mid term (up to 5 years) experience would be considered

  • Advanced level in English.

  • Demonstrated experience in Software Development

  • Knowledge of programming languages as C/C++.

  • Desirable experience in SW verification tools.

  • Desirable knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems.

  • Desirable experience in Software Certification Processes applying the RTCA DO-178B/C.

  • Desirable Worst-Case Execution Time Analysis techniques.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

  • Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.

  • Attractive salary.

  • Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.

  • Collective transport service in some sites.

  • Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.

  • On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.

  • Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility  initiatives.

  • Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.

  • Special rates in products & benefits.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Programme & Project Management

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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