Embedded Software Engineer

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Magdrive Ltd Full time
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Location: Hybrid, Harwell Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire

Magdrive is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to progress the on-board software of our thruster from prototype to flight readiness, support thruster control and operations, and to expand the features offered by this smart device. The Magdrive thruster will deliver unmatched thrust and efficiency, enabling accessibility to new orbits and new industries such as satellite servicing and orbital assembly.

As one of Magdrive's early employees, you will play a pivotal role, bringing enhanced freedom, responsibility, and potential for career growth. You will work as a part of the electrical team and will work closely with the flight team, as well as the research and development team to ensure that the thruster's software operates as reliably as possible and meets required standards. A background in spacecraft software development is paramount.

Magdrive offers a supportive and flexible work environment with the ability to adjust work hours, flexible remote and hybrid working, with competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and regular company socials. Magdrive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop flight software to run onboard the Magdrive thrusters within a Real-Time Operating System.
  • Participate in discussions of system requirements, design, and code reviews.
  • Perform rigorous testing of software to planned operations to ensure robustness, fault tolerance, and functionality throughout flight.
  • Hands-on integration and troubleshooting with hardware in the loop testing.

Requirements:

  • Degree in software engineering, computer science, or 3 years' professional experience in software engineering.
  • Experience developing fault-tolerant or real-time software.
  • Good programming skills in C.
  • Good test design skills, including unit tests through to integrated hardware in the loop testing.
  • Experience working with embedded systems and interfacing with serial devices (UART, SPI, I2C).
  • Experience with spacecraft operations.
  • Experience with other programming languages (C++, Python, etc.).
  • An awareness of electric propulsion for spacecraft.
  • Experience designing, bringing up, and testing new PCBs.
  • Salary £30k - £50k per annum (DOE). 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
  • Flexible working hours and remote working.
  • Employee share options scheme.
  • Support for home office setup.
Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Science

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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