112 jobs for “Safety Critical Software Engineer”
Helsing
Shape the system architecture, requirements and certification evidence for a jet-powered interceptor within an air defence system. Day to day you elicit stakeholder needs, maintain a JAMA requirements baseline, run trade studies and MBSE architecture work, own interface control documents and coordinate safety and certification activities.
JAMA
Helsing
Executes high-repetition burn-in tests on firmware and hardware for ground control stations and data links, validates mechanical launch systems, and maintains a ground-based Iron Bird rig to simulate component failures. Builds a regression library of edge cases and produces de-risking reports in JIRA, using HIL/SIL setups, protocol analysers and environmental stress testing to shift failure discovery from flight tests to the lab.
JIRA · Oscilloscopes · Spectrum Analysers +2
Tekever
Hands-on shop-floor role at a new Swindon drone manufacturing facility, covering goods-in and receiving, stores and inventory control, kitting and line-side feed, and dispatch and shipping. Works closely with Supply Chain, Production Planning & Control, Quality and the electronics and integration cells, using ERP systems, handheld scanners and material-handling equipment to keep physical stock and system records aligned as the site scales.
ERP · Handheld Scanners · Forklift +1
Anduril
Operate Anduril UK's uncrewed air systems as a CAA Authorised UAS Pilot, planning and executing VLOS and BVLOS missions in the Specific Category. Act as Safety Pilot on fixed-wing and VTOL platforms, manage Pixhawk and Cube Orange flight controllers, and produce SORA risk assessments and flight documentation alongside engineering and flight test teams.
Pixhawk · Cube Orange · Lattice OS +4
Anduril
Hands-on UAS technician role focused on physical integration, configuration and maintenance of uncrewed air systems, with expert-level ownership of Pixhawk and Cube Orange flight controllers, firmware management and parameter tuning. Involves pre-, in- and post-flight diagnostics, field maintenance and close work with engineering and flight test teams, with opportunities to gain UAS flight qualifications.
Pixhawk · Cube Orange · Lattice OS +4
Tekever
Supports a growing Defence business unit from the Swindon office, combining office management with executive assistance to the leadership team. Duties span diary management, minute taking, travel booking, high-profile event and customer hospitality, landlord liaison, HR recruitment support and ad hoc project work, with occasional UK travel and extended hours.
Microsoft Office · Outlook · Word +2
Callen Lenz
Owns the full business winning lifecycle for a UAS and aerospace company, from market analysis and strategy through opportunity development, capture leadership and deal closure. Leads capture teams, develops Price to Win and business cases, and manages customer and stakeholder relationships across government and industry.
Uncrewed Air Systems · Autonomous Systems · OJEU
Windracers · 11–50 people · Series A
Entry-level role analysing airframe structures, mechanisms and payloads under static and dynamic loads, using FEA, hand calculations, vibration, modal and fatigue analysis to assess strength, stiffness and fatigue life. Works with the Airframe Lead and a Senior Stress Engineer, collaborating with design and physical testing teams and producing stress reports and compliance documentation for airworthiness certification.
Patran · Nastran · CAD
Hello Recruitment Associates
Site Technician - Civil Engineering - Welwyn Garden City £28000 to £30000 plus benefits. Circa £45000 with overtimeHello Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting a Field Based Site Technician for a expanding civil engineeering business based in Welwyn Garden City.Their…
Leonardo
Summer placement students join Electronic Warfare and Future Combat Air teams, working on real projects across software, systems, hardware, firmware, microwave or antenna engineering. They deliver small work packages, design and test products, and collaborate with experienced engineers across the product lifecycle, with mentoring and possible return offers.
MATLAB · Simulink · MS Office
Copello
Develop, integrate and debug embedded software for UAV platforms, including autopilots, autonomy systems and payloads, using C++ and/or Rust on Linux. The role spans software architecture, automated testing and verification, and support for system integration and flight trials alongside international multidisciplinary teams.
Claude
Windracers · 11–50 people · Series A
Operates UAVs globally, conducting pre-flight checks, flight operations, data collection, and routine maintenance while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations. When not on operations, supports the wider Flight Operations team and is expected to become an instructor, requiring teaching and leadership abilities. Involves travel, work outside normal hours, and coordination with ground crews and air traffic control.
MS Excel
QinetiQ
Leads the QinetiQ Target Systems UK business, owning operational performance, financial delivery and strategic growth for aerial targets. Develops product strategies and a UK Centre of Excellence for manufacture and assembly, heading a cross-functional matrix team across engineering and operations. Works within the wider Air Leadership Team and interfaces with international sectors to drive global sales.
Matchtech
Maintains and supports Windracers UAVs to a high operational standard, covering planned fleet modifications, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis, ground testing and flying operations support. Works a 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off rota in diverse and challenging global environments, including conflict zones, with supervisory responsibility for day-to-day operations and project delivery.
Microsoft Office · Windracers UAV
Matchtech
Lead pilot on complex drone missions across UK infrastructure projects, covering BVLOS, visual mitigation, fixed-wing, survey, LiDAR and inspection operations. Supervises deployed crews, mentors less experienced pilots and develops operational standards, procedures and mission plans. Involves configuring flight controllers, geofences and fail-safes, and analysing flight logs to improve performance.
