Senior Principal Software Engineer

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Senior Principal Software Engineer

Reporting To

Director, Eng. Sys. Def. & Integ.

Work Schedule

Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR

About Moog Aircraft Group

Moog Aircraft Group is a world leader in flight control systems for commercial and military aircraft. We design and manufacture high-performance actuation and control solutions that enable safer, more efficient flight. As part of our team, you’ll work on cutting-edge technologies that power next-generation aircraft.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of software for advanced flight control and actuation systems. This role requires deep expertise in safety-critical software development, real-time embedded systems, and aerospace compliance standards. You will influence architecture decisions, mentor engineering teams, and ensure our software meets the highest standards of reliability and certification.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Define software architecture and technical strategy for flight control and actuation systems. System Design: Develop real-time embedded software for actuation systems and flight control computers. Integration: Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to ensure seamless integration of software with Moog’s actuation products. Compliance: Ensure adherence to aerospace standards such as DO-178C and ARP4754A throughout the development lifecycle. Mentorship: Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practices in safety-critical software development. Quality Assurance: Drive rigorous verification and validation processes for mission-critical software.

Qualifications

Experience: 15+ years in software engineering, with significant experience in aerospace or safety-critical systems. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems; experience with writing software for flight control electronics. Architecture: Expertise in deterministic, fault-tolerant systems for flight control applications. Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of DO-178C certification and related standards. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink). Familiarity with ARINC standards and MIL-STD protocols. Background in flight control actuation and fly-by-wire systems.

What We Offer

Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%) Employee share options, free onsite parking and EV Charging

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.