Systems Modelling & Simulation Engineer

Stevenage
3 weeks ago
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Hours: 37 hours per week

We are looking for Systems Engineer working on complex Radar modelling & Simulation projects to join a world leading innovative business, critical to national security. This could be just what you are looking for? The opportunity will present the successful applicant with the environment to realise their potential and grow with the business. Are you interested?

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 an entire complex system from radar propagation to hardware response, to the embedded software algorithms. 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 programmes, including those in their assessment phase and 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.

Benefits of working here:
• State of the art technology & innovation
• External learning and development encouraged.
• Light and airy university type campus.
• Friendly environment!
o Restaurant, On site Medical Centre, Parking / Easy Access to train station, Coffee Shops & Onsite Shop, Sports & Social Club and More

Skills and Qualifications:
• Ideally Degree qualified in a related STEM discipline such as electronics, physics, Mathematics, or Systems Engineering
• The ability to achieve the appropriate level of UK security clearance to SC or DV level
• Experience in some of the following
o Modelling and coding (significant experience of MATLAB and ideally Simulink)
o Algorithm development, Data analysis and / or technical report writing
• Desirable experience:
o Proficiency in MATLAB and development of models in Simulink
o Formal software or firmware development experience
o Knowledge of RF systems and digital signal processing
o Model verification, configuration control and model release processes
o Continuous Integration and Testing
o Machine Learning and AI

You will need to obtain UK Security Clearance for this role. This will require you to either be a UK Citizen or UK Dual Citizen. Some restrictions may apply.
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