FLIGHT SOFTWARE ARCHITECT

Flight Software ArchitectDEIMOS is selecting engineers for its Flight Software division, forming part of the Avionics Business Unit at our Tres Cantos premises.The work of the FSW division is oriented to the specification, design, development and validation of Embedded Software and Hardware systems for space vehicles, including GNC systems, GNSS, Image processing, verification facilities, etc.As a member of the Avionics Business Unit, you will work in a team of other highly skilled engineers across Europe (Spain, Portugal, UK, Romania), working on projects covering applications such as:Satellite rendezvous, in-orbit servicing (IOS) and active debris removal (ADR)Entry, descent, and landing on planets (Earth, Mars) & natural satellites Launch vehiclesEarth observation, upstream (flight segment) and downstreamInterplanetary exploration and navigation Unmanned autonomous vehicles (UAVs, UGVs)System and mission designThe selected candidates shall be integrated into an international team of highly qualified engineers and exceptional human quality. Likewise, Deimos’ transnational condition, could allow the candidate international mobility, developing his work from any of the company headquartersMain Duties:The following responsibilities are envisioned:Participation in the entire lifecycle of the development of embedded onboard systems, including implementation on different target hardware platforms of real-time image processing or artificial intelligence solutions.Design and implementation of Software and/or Firmware.Participation in the Software and System validation and system qualification.Interaction with other different technical areas inside the Company (including areas such as AI/IP, GNC, GNSS), who are responsible for the definition of the specific algorithms that will be implemented onboard.Education:Required: A recognized engineering degree (Computer Sciences, Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications) with demonstrable experience in computer systems and software engineering.Appreciated: Postgraduate studies (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) with a focus on software engineering, real-time software or embedded systems design. Professional Experience:Required: Engineer with minimum experience of 5 years in the practical application of the domains relevant to the post (experience obtained while obtaining relevant M.Sc. & PhD studies could also be considered as applicable for the position).The position will be tailored to the level of experience. Industrial experience in the aerospace sector and/or critical software development will be viewed positively. Technical Requirements:Required: The following capabilities are required for the position:Experience in design and development of real time and safety critical Software systems for the space industry, following applicable software development standards (e.g. ECSS, CCSDS).Good programming skills (C, C++, plus potentially others as Python or Ada) and knowledge of software configuration control (GIT, SVN).Solid theoretical knowledge of real-time multithreaded systems, real-time operating system (RTEMS, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, etc.), embedded computer architectures (LEON, ARM, PowerPC, etc.).Software team leadership along the project phases, and generation of project documentation associated to applicable development standards.Desired: Experience in some of the following fields is desired but not indispensable: Experience with Software systems for embedded Hardware control, communication interfaces (e.g. RS422, CAN bus, etc.), Boot Software, etc.Knowledge of PUS Services (ECSS-E-ST-70-41C).Experience on Software verification and validation, use of system test benches (EGSE/SCOE), test specification and test definitionTeam management skills, including knowledge of one or several of the following: waterfall development, SCRUM or agile, CMMI and SW-QA, PMP/PMI.SW and Systems design documentation methodologies and tools: UML, SysML.Knowledge of SW Coding Standards (MISRA-C).Appreciated: Experience in any of the following would be viewed positively: DevOps infrastructure: Continuous integration strategies and tools (e.g. Jenkins).Language Skills:English (Native or High level, spoken and written). Appreciated: Spanish. Personal Skills: Capability to integrate in and work within a multidisciplinary team, in a collaborative international environment with full responsibility on specific areas of the work under development.Initiative, autonomy and self-development. Rigor, commitment and reliability in the execution of the assigned tasks.Responsibility towards the customer and colleagues. Proactive attitude to solve problems, identify priority actions and handle concurrent activities and deadlines.Flexibility to participate in multiple projects or areas of activity.Flexibility for sporadic travels and/or perform collocations in different DEIMOS branches, or in the premises of the DEIMOS customers.A few benefits you will get if you come to work with us:Innovative and leading-edge technological projects.Nice working climate in a multicultural environment.Annual specialised training plan: technologies, soft skills and languages.Flexible working hours and remote work several days per week.Team building activities: Christmas dinner, football matches, paddle tournaments, cycling routes…Relocation package, if you come from another country.Coffee, biscuits and fruit are available at your disposal.HRRECRUIT-792