Systems Performance Modelling Engineer

Posted 2 hours ago by Guidant Global

Location:
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary/Rate:
£75/hour In IR35 (PAYE & Umbrella) available

Guidant Global has partnered with a world-renowned leader in defence and missile technology, a trusted collaborator of the UK's Ministry of Defence. They are seeking a skilled Systems Modelling Engineer to develop models of the seeker RF Radar. This role involves creating models that encompass the seeker hardware, digital processing, and target environment. The modelling team will be responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions, and integrating the seeker model with the missile dynamic reference model.

What we're looking for:

Essential Tools:

  • MATLAB
  • Simulink
  • Multi-skilled team

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:

The role involves utilising model-based design techniques to perform modelling in MATLAB and Simulink. The individual will be responsible for modelling parts of a complex seeker system, including the target scenario, seeker hardware, and processor algorithms. This includes developing and implementing algorithms within the model, producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms derived from the model, and carrying out seeker performance assessments. Additionally, the role requires creating a simplified model for the missile and optionally updating the legacy Seeker model in Statemate. Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors are also key responsibilities.

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 our clients Security Team.

More about the role:

Our client'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 their headquarters site 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 (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Type:
Contract
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Length:
12 Months
Job Reference:
JN -102024-2235_1728486900
Job ID:
222461364
Applications:
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