Inzpire - Expression of Interest - Software Developer (UAV)
// Role Summary
Join an award-winning defence technology company as a Software Developer, creating advanced synthetic training solutions with an emphasis on unmanned systems. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge technology and be part of a highly reputable employer.
// Key Responsibilities
- Develop software for synthetic training devices and Mixed-Reality integrations.
- Focus on unmanned systems, with experience in flight dynamics modelling and simulation preferred.
- Proficiency in Python, C, C++, C#, or .NET MAUI is sought.
- Experience with Azure DevOps and Git is essential.
- Semi-frequent travel to MoD Boscombe Down is expected.
- Must be a UK National with the ability to obtain National Security Vetting.
// Role Specification
About Us
We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company recognized for designing, developing, and delivering advanced defence-related training, products, and services. Our commitment to excellence has been acknowledged with numerous awards, including Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023, and listings among the UK’s ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’.
Our team comprises experienced and capable individuals who foster a mature, 'can-do' work ethic. Our head office, located west of Lincoln, is a bright and modern facility, shared with our mission systems team, while our operational specialists are embedded with our Defence customers.
The Role
Mission Training Devices is seeking talented Software Developers to join our expanding team in anticipation of exciting upcoming opportunities. This role involves developing software for synthetic training devices, including stand-alone applications and Mixed-Reality integrations, with a specific emphasis on unmanned systems.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Developing software for synthetic training devices and Mixed-Reality integrations.
- Emphasis on unmanned systems development.
- Experience in the following areas is preferred (in order of preference):
- Flight dynamics modelling and simulation of unmanned air (or other) systems.
- Python scripting.
- MavLink protocols and communications.
- Programming in C, C++ or C#.
- Building applications with .NET MAUI.
- Networking (UDP) and video streaming.
- VR, AR, MR integration and development.
- Experience with collaborative development tools such as Azure DevOps and Git is essential.
- Experience with or qualifications in SCRUM development methodology is advantageous.
- Semi-frequent travel to MoD Boscombe Down for face-to-face meetings and hardware work is expected (approximately twice-monthly, including at least one overnight stay).
- Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting. Qualification for vetting typically requires a minimum of 5 years of UK residency.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 30 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays per year.
- Uncapped paid leave scheme (post-probation).
- Company-provided private medical and dental insurance.
- QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Annual profit and performance-related pay scheme.
- Death in service benefit (£100K).
- Company contributions to a group personal pension scheme.
- Business travel insurance.
- Tax-efficient schemes for cycle to work and charitable giving.
- Tax-efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment and value a diverse workforce. Selection decisions are based on merit. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Gold award winner in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme to eligible service leavers, reservists, and their partners who meet the advertised requirements.
How to Apply
If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV. Applications will be processed via the QinetiQ group website.