Overview

As a Software Engineering Manager, you will be reporting to the Head of Engineering. This role places the right candidate at the forefront of unmanned air systems development in the UK.Responsibilities

Leading Software Development: Oversee the design, implementation, and verification of software, ensuring high safety and reliability standards.Team Leadership and Mentorship: Manage, grow and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices, including coding standards and system documentation.Project Coordination: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements, architecture, and development roadmaps.Ensuring Compliance and Quality: Drive adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and rigorous testing methodologies.Continuous Improvement: Optimize development processes, tools, and workflows to enhance efficiency and software performance.Drive the delivery of critical engineering outputs, including software requirements, design, implementation, and testing, applying expertise in software engineering and aviation systems to guide high-integrity aircraft control solutions and ensure safety and compliance.Qualifications

Proven experience leading software development teams, including embedded systems.Proficiency in programming languages such as C or C++, with experience in real-time embedded systems.Experience with embedded software development tools (e.g. STM32) and environments (e.g., debuggers, emulators, compilers, KiCad).Experience in software requirements, design, implementation, verification, and validation.Knowledge of industry standards such as DO-178C, MISRA, or similar safety and reliability guidelines.Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges.Knowledge of systems engineering processes and ability to work with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and engineers at all levels.Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software development workflows.Knowledge of hardware-software integration and experience with 16/32-bit microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA-based systems.Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, UART, SPI, I2C).Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).Ability to hold Security Clearance; residency in the UK for 5 years.Desirable Skills and Experiences

Knowledge of Ardupilot, signal processing and control systems can be beneficial.Knowledge of RF communication chains and toolsets.Exposure to other programming languages such as Qt or Python.Knowledge of safety-related engineering practices.Experience and understanding of flight control systems and HMI requirements.About Malloy Aeronautics

Malloy Aeronautics Limited specializes in the development of heavy lift unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) for both civilian and military uses. Located in Berkshire, our operations emphasize in-house design and manufacturing. This vertical integration enables control of most aircraft components on-site to drive innovation and maintain high standards across all stages of development.Company Benefits

Bronze Level Armed Forces CovenantCompany Pension SchemeAccess to 24 Hour HelplineEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (BAE Systems Share Incentive Plan)Cycle to work schemeAdditional holiday with long serviceHealthcare cash plan20 Days of Annual Leave + Bank HolidaysStatutory Sick PayThree-Day Long Weekend Every Fortnight (Fri-Sun)Freshly Cooked Lunch on working FridaysCasual DressOn-Site ParkingWhy Malloy Aeronautics?

Our company benefits from a streamlined process where engineering teams are involved in the entire lifecycle of our UAVs — from initial design through to production. This setup speeds development and improves the efficiency and effectiveness of product launches. We value professionals with both RandD and design-for-manufacture experience.Note: Some roles may be subject to security and export control restrictions based on nationality, previous nationalities, or place of birth.Malloy Aeronautics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect performance in certain assessments, please speak with your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. If you have not heard from our recruitment department within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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