Software Integration Engineer – Mission Systems

Software Integration Engineer – Mission Systems

Location: London, UK or Linköping, Sweden
Industry: Aerospace / Defence / ISR / UAV Systems
Employment Type: Full Time

Overview:

A leading innovator in spatial intelligence and mission-critical technology is seeking a Software Integration Engineer to join its Mission Systems team. The organisation builds advanced geospatial, AI-powered, and ISR solutions that integrate into platforms such as UAVs, edge computing systems, and defence environments.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing engineering role for someone who enjoys solving complex integration challenges, working with cutting-edge sensor data, and enabling real-world impact in mission environments.

You will work at the intersection of software, embedded systems, payload integration, and customer operations—supporting the deployment of next-generation spatial intelligence tools into UAV and ISR ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical lead for solution integrations involving satellite imagery, full motion video, and related sensor data into UAV visual positioning, odometry, and navigation systems.

• Collaborate with UAV OEMs, defence integrators, and mission customers to support system demonstrations, prototyping, and field testing.

• Conduct bench and field integration activities, including configuration of companion computers (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi), autopilot stacks (PX4, ArduPilot), and analysis of telemetry, imagery, and navigation data.

• Assess integration feasibility, including SWaP considerations and solution design, ensuring successful deployment in demanding environments.

• Develop integration procedures, test plans, troubleshooting documentation, and technical guides.

• Provide feedback to internal engineering teams to enhance product performance, usability, and reliability under operational conditions.

• Contribute to technical materials for RFP/RFI responses and solution proposals.

• Collaborate with internal product, engineering, and field teams to define interfaces, data flows, and integration paths between software products and OEM systems.

• Support the technical articulation and positioning of capabilities to high-value customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Aerospace, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent practical experience.

• Experience supporting ISR, UAS, aerospace, or defence system integrations.

• Strong proficiency in Python and C++ for integration, SDK adaptation, and prototype development.

• Experience with ISR-relevant imagery/video formats: GeoTIFF, MPEG-TS, KLV metadata, H.264/H.265, STANAG 4609, MISB.

• Understanding of 3D terrain formats (DEM/DTED, 3D Tiles) and coordinate systems such as WGS84, UTM.

• Familiarity with frameworks/tools such as OpenCV, PyTorch, GDAL, Cesium, Unity.

• Practical knowledge of embedded Linux systems (Jetson, Raspberry Pi, NXP).

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally across product, engineering, and field teams.

• Ability to travel domestically or internationally (approx. 25%, occasionally up to 50%).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Vision, Software Engineering, or related field.

• Experience with embedded Linux tools/configurations: systemd, Yocto, Docker.

• Knowledge of GNSS/INS, video odometry, or visual-inertial fusion systems.

• Experience with UAV systems, including configuration, tuning, and troubleshooting with autopilot interfaces.

• Familiarity with OGC geospatial standards (WMS, WMTS, WFS) and real-time streaming protocols.

• Experience with data transport frameworks such as ZeroMQ, Protobuf.

• Hands-on experience building or modifying companion computer architectures (Jetson, Raspberry Pi, STM32MP1).

• Background in AI/ML for computer vision, sensor fusion, or ISR analytics.

• Experience performing technical feasibility assessments for mission-critical or edge-deployed systems.

• Valid UK or EU security clearance is a bonus.

About the Organisation:

The company operates at the forefront of geospatial technology, 3D modelling, and mission-focused intelligence solutions, serving telecommunications, emergency response, defence, and intelligence customers globally. Their mission is to help operators and decision-makers understand the world in real time with highly accurate, immersive geospatial and sensor-driven insights.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Contact: Elvis Eckardt