Software Engineer

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Join a growing, global business at the forefront of their sector

  • Create innovative software used in critical operations for global clients
  • Based in the stunning Nelson Tasman region

Flightcell is a renowned designer & manufacturer of aircraft cellular and satellite communication systems, delivering industry-leading voice, data, and tracking capabilities for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. With thousands of systems in service globally, Flightcell caters to high-profile clients like Leonardo Helicopters, Airbus Helicopters, Bristow, CAL Fire, Royal Flying Doctor Service, and the U.S. Armed Forces. Their dedication to mission-critical communication and tracking solutions has established Flightcell as a trusted partner in the global aviation industry.

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our tight-knit engineering team developing cutting-edge IoT systems used in critical aviation environments. This is a hands-on role covering the entire software lifecycle—research, architecture, coding, testing, deployment, and documentation.

You'll contribute to real-world projects that demand high reliability, safety, and security, with the freedom to innovate and the support to grow.

At Flightcell, our software engineering spans a broad range of technologies and methodologies, including Satellite, Cellular, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Linux OS and driver development, Cloud infrastructure, Networking, DevOps, SecOps, RESTful APIs, and modern web frontend and backend development.

This is a unique opportunity for engineers to work across a diverse tech stack, gain experience in multiple domains, and contribute to real-world, mission-critical systems.

What You'll Do:
  • Develop and maintain embedded and application-level software for satellite and cellular systems used in mission-critical aircraft.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholder on new product and feature developments.
  • Be on the lookout for new technologies and ways to incorporate them into Flightcell offerings.
  • Develop innovative software solutions used in mission-critical operations by multi-national clients.
  • Be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and reliability.
What You'll Bring:
  • 4+ years of software development experience.
  • A tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or related field.
  • Strong experience with software development and the Software Development Life Cycle
  • Proficiency in C, C++, Golang.
  • Familiarity with Git and Jira.
Nice to Haves:
  • Solid understanding of network technologies and protocols.
  • Experience with ISO9001 or AS9100 quality standards.
  • Experience with QT6 framework.
  • Experience with cellular/satellite communications.
  • A passion for aviation.
  • Embedded Linux (e.g. Yocto, Bitbake)

Why Join Us?

Flightcell has a culture that values, engages, and rewards our employees. Some benefits include:

  • Company profit share scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • Monthly massages
  • Flightcell uniform (optional)
  • Social activities

To learn more about Flightcell please copy and paste this link into your browser: www.flightcell.com/about/about-flightcell

To view the job description please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://bit.ly/4ltZ4Sz

For further information please contact Odette Shearer ph 021 2708657 or odette@intepeople.co.nz

Apply now!

Applicants for this position must be NZ citizens or already have permanent residency to be considered for this role.

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