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            Engineering VR Specialist
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            Engineering VR Specialist AWE Aldermarston
            Berkshire, United Kingdom
            Full time
            £40,000 - £50,000
            6 days ago
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            The Flight Software Engineer usually works on the creation, execution, monitoring, performance and implementation of the flight software. The flight software created by aerospace engineers performs various functions in the aircraft. For more details regarding flight software engineer careers, visit Aviation Job Search.

            A bachelor's degree in either electrical engineering, aviation engineering, or a similar field is usually required to work as a flight software engineer. Some employers of this industry may prefer a master's degree in avionics or aerospace. Apart from the degree, many employers prefer candidates with relevant industry experience as well.

            To become a Flight Software Engineer, the candidates must possess and master several technical skills regarding coding, computer programming and testing of relevant software applications. Comprehensive knowledge of Object-Oriented Design (OOD) is required, along with software development skills and the ability to understand technical requirements.

            A bachelor's degree in a comparable discipline or equivalent work experience is required. After completion of the degree, a minimum of three years of software development experience is required. The employers also ask the candidates if they have knowledge of at least one general-purpose programming language, such as C, C++, or Python.

            As Flight Software engineers for airlines and other similar industry employers, these aerospace engineers create and test flight application software. In this position, these flight software engineers work in diverse teams that include hardware development, ground software/operations, and systems engineering.

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            Flight Software Engineer Job Description

            A software engineer for sophisticated aircraft and flight systems assists in developing and modifying flight or other similar software. One of the primary responsibilities of a flight software engineer is to plan, conduct, and coordinate the development of scientific computer programmes. These aerospace engineers are also responsible for handling documentation, such as logic flow charts and block diagrams, providing advice and consultation on scientific/technical programming applications, managing projects and cost analysis. The flight software engineer job description also includes coordinating with computer operations staff; and solving software-related problems relevant to the flight software. This job requires an eye for detail. To search more about flight software engineer careers options, visit the website of Aviation Job Search.

            Flight Software Engineer Job Responsibilities

            As Flight Software Engineer, the candidates are responsible for creating, executing, implementing and testing flight application software. Their days are spent designing software architecture, writing and testing software, and iterating based on feedback from the software. These aerospace engineers are responsible for working with systems engineers and embedded systems engineers to create specifications and manage interfaces with the vehicle's hardware and software. They also architect and create aviation and ground system application software and create operational documentation and interfaces with software products. These engineers also develop and participate in test campaigns spanning from unit-level to subsystem and system-level automated testing.

            Skills Required to Build A Flight Software Engineer Career

            To become a successful flight software engineer, the candidate must have IT skills for document management and systems engineering. They must have strong communication skills to convey any transformation in the flight software. Working in a fast-paced atmosphere with various priorities is a must. They must have the ability to fulfil ambitious development timelines. Knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, and networking is required. The candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere in a self-directed way. They must possess excellent technical skills and knowledge to resolve the bugs in flight software. 

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