At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead software development for innovative aerospace projects and ensure technical compliance.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in aerospace technology with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive health support, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Flexible hours and hybrid working options available for a better work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aerospace while growing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in software development and project delivery, security clearance required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
As a Chief Software Engineer, you will be responsible for key technical aspects of the software development across fixed, drone and rotary programmes. You will be responsible for ensuring the technical compliance of software solutions across all areas of the software development life cycle.
High integrity / critical software development in an aerospace or similar environment (Nuclear, Rail, Finance, Medical, etc).
- Experience across all aspects of the software development life cycle.
- Demonstrable experience in delivering software projects.
Security Clearance.
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Hybrid
