Algorithm Specialist

MBDA; Bristol; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in the UK is seeking an Algorithm Specialist to develop innovative algorithms for Weapon and Missile Systems. You will work on Control, Navigation, and Guidance algorithms within a dynamic and hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree or equivalent experience, along with skills in tools such as Matlab and Python. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, company bonuses, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution of up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Enhanced parental leave

Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals

Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience in a subject with mathematical content.
• Relevant Post-Doctoral or Industrial experience is a strong advantage.
• Domain knowledge such as Flight Dynamics, Aerodynamics, Sensors, Servo Systems, Actuators, Autonomous Systems, Robotics, or Mechatronics.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative algorithms in Control, Navigation, Guidance, Tracking, Data Fusion, and Mission Planning.
• Work on complex concepts and products as part of a passionate team.

Skills

Mathematical content

Flight Dynamics

Modern/Classical Control

Data Fusion

Machine Learning

C/C++

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

Python

Py Torch

Open AI-Gym/Universe

Job description

Our GCN (Guidance, Control, and Navigation) team are delivering algorithms across the full life cycle of our products, from concept creation through to in-service support. In this role, you will be working on algorithms that are key to achieve the performance needs of both current and future Weapon and Missile Systems.

Salary

Up to £55,000, depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working

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

As an Algorithm Specialist in GCN, you will have the opportunity to work on complex and exciting concepts and products as part of a passionate team of specialist engineers; and be interacting with other subject areas like Simulation and Modelling, Image Processing, Software, Navigation Sensors, Hardware-in-the Loop, Systems Design & Validation, Seekers & Sensors, Datalinks and Technical Quality.

You’ll develop innovative algorithms in the areas of Control, Navigation, Guidance, Tracking, Data Fusion, and Mission Planning. You will be exposed to ground breaking technological innovations and play a meaningful role through the development of our complex weapon systems in all stages of the lifecycle.

Please note, we are currently recruiting for a number of projects including FCAS/Tempest.

What we're looking for from you:

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience in a subject with mathematical content (e.g. Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science)
• Relevant Post-Doctoral or Industrial experience is a strong advantage
• Domain knowledge such as Flight Dynamics, Aerodynamics, Sensors, Servo Systems, Actuators, Autonomous Systems, Robotics, or Mechatronics
• Algorithms knowledge such as Modern/Classical Control, Navigation, Data Fusion, Tracking and Guidance, Machine Learning
• Tools and Libraries such as Matlab, Simulink, Python, C/C++, Py Torch, Open AI-Gym/Universe, Model based design
• Experience of algorithm research and/or product development and support
• A keen curiosity about innovative technologies and their applications

Our company

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