Algorithm Engineer – Defence/Aerospace

Pertemps; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Algorithm Engineer to join their specialist team working on cutting-edge defence technologies. This role involves developing advanced algorithms for Autonomous Systems and Guided Weapons, contributing to high-impact programmes that span the full engineering lifecycle. You will focus on areas such as navigation, tracking, and machine learning, collaborating across disciplines to enhance national defence capabilities. This position offers hybrid working options and multiple career pathways, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about technology and innovation in the defence sector.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Career pathways

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python for algorithm development.
• Experience with autonomous decision-making and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced algorithms for Autonomous Systems and Guided Weapons.
• Contribute to the full engineering lifecycle from research to trials.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Machine Learning

Navigation Algorithms

Tracking Algorithms

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

PhD in Control Engineering

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Physics

Job description

Algorithm Engineer – Defence/Aerospace

Join a specialist team developing advanced algorithms at the core of next-generation Autonomous Systems, Guided Weapons, and ML-enabled defence technologies.
You’ll contribute to high-impact programmes across the full engineering lifecycle — from early-stage research and feasibility studies through to development, trials, and in-service enhancement. Focus areas include navigation, guidance, tracking, sensor/data fusion, and machine learning.
Key requirements:

• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm development and simulation
• Degree or PhD in a technical discipline such as Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
• Experience in one or more of:
  • Autonomous decision-making and control systems
  • Navigation, estimation, or tracking algorithms (e.g. Kalman filtering, SLAM)
  • AI/ML, including real-time implementation and model validation
  • Verification & validation of complex algorithms in mission-critical systems

What’s on offer:

• Hybrid/flexible working and multiple career pathways (technical or managerial)
• Cross-disciplinary collaboration on critical national defence programmes
• Exposure to complex systems: RF/IR seekers, inertial sensors, thrust vectoring, and more

Candidates must be eligible for UK SC (Security Check) clearance.
Apply now to work at the forefront of defence innovation.

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