Flight Software V&V Engineer
£45,000 to £65,000
Didcot, Oxfordshire

Your newpany
My client is a trailblazer in sustainable space development. Since 2013, they’ve been at the forefront of in-orbit servicing, addressing critical challenges such as End of Life services, Active Debris Removal, In-situ Space Situational Awareness, and Life Extension Services.

Your new role

Verify and validate real-time software for orbital debris missions, including ELSA-M satellite capture and retirement. Focus on flight software for satellite onboardputers, integratingputer Vision and Guidance, Navigation, and Control software. Perform verification, validation, and integration of Flight Software. Develop and deliver V&V plans, set up test environments, and conduct non-functional and automated regression tests. Collaborate with other teams and participate in Mission system Test and Simulation campaigns.

What you'll need to succeed

Required skills
Strong programming skills inPython, including managing dependencies and virtual environmentsStrong hands-on automated and manual testing skills.Experience withGit.Proven experience developing software test environments, andQT-basedinteractive software applications.Familiarity withLinux/Ubuntu.Desirable skillsExperience testing software in the space or aerospace sectors.Experience with CI/CD pipelines.Working knowledge ofC/C++.Confidence usingmand line tools, bash scripts, and Linuxmands.
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options are available.