System Modelling Engineer

Location Stevenage
Job Type Contract
Salary Up to £60 per hour + In IR35 (PAYE & Umbrella available)
Reference 654-1_1699273711
Duration 6-12 Months

Opportunity for contract extension or made permanent

37 hours; FT (Hybrid 60% Onsite)

Guidant Global has joined forces with MBDA, a trusted collaborator of the Ministry of Defence in the UK. They are looking for a skilled Systems Modelling Engineer to create models of the seeker RF Radar. The model will include the seeker hardware, digital processing, and target environment. The modelling team will develop the model, produce auto-code, generate seeker performance predictions, and integrate the seeker model with the missile dynamic reference model.

What we're looking for:

Essential Tools:

  • MATLAB
  • Simulink

Skills:

  • The ideal candidate should have experience in modelling for auto-coding.
  • Assessing the suitability of algorithms in the Model
  • Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable)
  • Understanding with Radar and Control Systems (desirable)
  • Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable)
  • RF and Model delivery experience (desirable)
  • Technical report writing
  • Capability to work as part of a fast-paced team

What you'll get to do as a Systems Modelling Engineer:

  • Utilise model-based design techniques to perform modelling in MATLAB and Simulink.
  • Responsible for modelling parts of a complex seeker system, including the target scenario, seeker hardware, and processor algorithms.
  • Developing and implementing algorithms within the model.
  • Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model
  • Carrying out seeker performance assessment
  • Create a simplified model for the missile.
  • Optionally updating the legacy Seeker model in Statemate.
  • Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors

"Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role"

More about the role:

MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at MBDA's headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop. Training and development are offered to all employees.

Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.