ADA Software Engineer

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Air Traffic Management (ATM) programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work on safety-critical, real-time Air Traffic Control systems, supporting customers who depend on highly reliable software every day.Youll work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, contributing across the full software lifecycle from requirements and design through to delivery and operational deployment. The role involves working on multiple applications, so it suits someone who enjoys variety and structured problem-solving.What Youll Be DoingInvestigating and resolving software and system issuesDeveloping software requirements, designs, and solutionsContributing to architecture and design activitiesBuilding, maintaining, and updating software applicationsProducing and executing software test plansSupporting change, configuration, and release management activitiesWorking closely with Systems Engineering, Test teams, and project stakeholdersEnsuring

all work follows defined engineering processes and software assurance standardsRequired Skills:Proven experience developing real-time, safety-related softwareStrong experience with C++ (experience of Ada, C or similar is beneficial)Experience working to Waterfall and/or V-Model development approachesExperience developing software on Windows and Linux platformsExperience across the full software lifecycle, from requirements through to deliveryBackground in software development, integration, and testStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teamsClear written and verbal communication skillsGood time management and organisational skillsDesirable SkillsKnowledge of ED-109A or similar software assurance standardsExperience with Visual Studio and modern development environmentsExperience of Agile methods (e.g. Scrum)Knowledge of modelling languages (e.g. UML, SysML)Experience with scripting languages such as PythonFamiliarity with Jira

or other Atlassian toolsUnderstanding of configuration management best practicesWhat we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:Contributory Pension SchemePrivate Medical Insurance33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)Access to Flexible benefitsFlexi WorkingCommitment to Diversity:We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.Who We Are:Leidos UK & EUROPE we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding
critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.Working together as Team Leidos we are helping to transform the UK's defence supply chain by providing an integration of a complex mixture of services, at low risk, using a modern suite of systems that will deliver one version of the truth. For the first time, the MOD will see the whole picture, as it is happening.What Makes Us Different:Purpose:you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change.Collaboration:having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our
extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.People:Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growthwhilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that that enhance your future.JBRP1_UKTJ