Systems Engineer – Seeker Modelling & Simulation

About the job

Bristol

An exciting role for an experienced Systems Engineer to be involved in a variety of projects developing ground breaking technologies. With opportunities to support field trials and work with a dedicated team of engineers to help your own career development, this role is one not to be missed!

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience.

Location: Stevenage or Bristol (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role).

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…

The opportunity:

We are looking for experienced Systems Engineers to join a growing team to perform activities including modelling, algorithm development and systems studies. Our work covers simulation and modelling of the entire Seeker chain from radar propagation, to hardware response, to the embedded software algorithms on-board the Seeker. These algorithms are developed in, and auto-coded directly from our models, allowing us to rapidly test, iterate, and deliver sophisticated defence capability.

There are roles available across multiple Seeker programmes, including those in their assessment phase such as Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW) and Meteor, developing groundbreaking technologies including Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESAs) and highly integrated multi-mode sensors. You will have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of other activities within our department including support to field trials and lab testing. There are numerous progression and development opportunities available, as well as interaction with stakeholders across a dynamic multi-national engineering team.

What we're looking for from you:

You will be an adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. Ideally you would have a degree level qualification in a STEM subject or equivalent experience, and the ability to achieve the appropriate level of security clearance (SC or DV).
Most importantly, if you have a passion for the industry and technology, then we want to see you! We can help you develop your career and give you exposure to some incredible technologies and products.

Essential experience:

• Modelling and coding
• Algorithm development
• Data analysis and Technical report writing
   

Our department is an encouraging community, in which you can develop your skills and gain experience. Whilst the following is desirable, we will provide support and opportunities to learn these as part of the role.
 

Desirable experience:

• Proficiency in MATLAB and development of models in Simulink
• Formal software or firmware development experience
• Knowledge of RF systems and digital signal processing
• Model verification, configuration control and model release processes
• Continuous Integration and Testing
• Machine Learning and AI

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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