I am working with a client on the lookout for an experienced Java Software Engineer to join them for an initial 12 month contract. Role: Java Software Engineer Location: Bristol - Fully on-site Hours: Full time (Monday - Friday, 37 hours, Compressed week possible) Salary: Up to£65 per hour via Umbrella (Insider IR35) Clearance: SC required to start The team focuses specifically on Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative. Skillset/experience required: A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. Experience of working in Java Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development. Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability Experience in other languages such as Ada Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply! Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for morethan 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the #LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"