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About the Role

We are looking for a Flight Software Architect to support the development of next-generation space systems and missions. This role offers the opportunity to play a key technical leadership role, shaping the architecture and development of flight software for advanced spacecraft and space platforms.

Responsibilities

• Defining and owning the flight software architecture for complex space systems.
• Translating mission and system requirements into software architecture solutions.
• Establishing software design principles, standards, and development strategies.
• Managing interfaces between software, hardware, avionics, GNC, and systems engineering teams.
• Supporting software requirement definition, decomposition, and traceability activities.
• Leading architectural trade studies and technical decision-making.
• Supporting software verification, validation, integration, and qualification activities.
• Contributing to technical reviews and programme milestones.
• Identifying and mitigating software-related technical risks.

Requirements

• Proven experience within the Space industry (essential).
• Significant experience in embedded software, flight software, or onboard software development for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, or other space systems.
• Experience defining and maintaining software architectures for safety-critical or mission-critical systems.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, software engineering principles, and architecture frameworks.
• Experience working with real-time and embedded systems.
• Knowledge of software verification, validation, and testing methodologies.
• Experience managing complex software interfaces across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Skills

• Experience with flight computers, onboard data handling systems, or spacecraft avionics.
• Familiarity with ECSS software standards and space industry best practices.
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and middleware architectures.
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches.
• Understanding of fault management, redundancy concepts, and software resilience techniques.
• Experience supporting software integration, spacecraft testing, and operational readiness activities.
• Familiarity with communication protocols commonly used in space systems.
• Experience participating in major design reviews including PDR, CDR, and qualification reviews.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership skills.

Location

• London

Work Type

• On Site: 1-2x a month
• Permanent

Experience Level

• Mid Level

Education Level

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

About the Company

• ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide.
• We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.
• Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability.
• At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.
• Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Equal Opportunity

• We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners.
• We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
• ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives.
• We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
• If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.