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Senior Engineer - Software

AT Eaton
Eaton

Senior Engineer - Software

Ferndown, United Kingdom

Join Eaton and be a part of our commitment to providing impactful, energy-efficient solutions that shape a sustainable future. At Eaton, we make what matters work, and we're dedicated to fostering a workplace where ethics, inclusion, diversity, and our people are at the forefront.

What you'll do:

Eaton Aerospace Group Mission Systems Division (MSD) has an opening for a Senior Software Engineer in the software development team within the Avionics group for the division. The Senior Software Engineer position reports to the Software Development Manager - Avionics.

The primary function of the role is to develop and support embedded software in C for Air to Air Refuelling pods for hose and drogue refuelling, along with any associated documentation, ensuring the application of the appropriate processes, practices and tools to satisfy the required technical and quality requirements are met to RTCA DO-178B/C standards.

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  • Develop and support embedded software in C, to meet the needs of the input requirements, including the creation and review of documentation that details the development of the software.
  • Baseline the software and documentation to ensure creation of the software is repeatable.
  • Use a variety of engineering tools across the entire software lifecycle for Configuration Management, Requirements Management, Design, Modelling, Trace, Static Analysis, Software Builds, Microsoft Office, also with appreciation of software test and verification techniques.
  • Application of, and compliance with, engineering processes and practices including RTCA DO-178B/C and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
  • Present engineering material to a wide audience, with content / language tailored appropriately and pitched at the correct level.
  • Provide day to day guidance and supervision to more junior members of the team.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent level of qualification)
  • 5 years minimum in Embedded Software Development

Skills:

  • C, RTCA DO-178B/C, MBSE
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in working / facilitating cross-functional teams
  • Articulate and comfortable engaging with a diverse set of stakeholders
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Wimborne Minster, Wimborne BH21, UK
Job ID: Eaton-29390Wimborne
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)