Graduate Modelling & Simulation Engineer

BAE Systems; Tamworth; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Graduate Air Modelling & Simulation Engineer in Warton/Samlesbury. You will work on cutting-edge modelling and simulation projects, contributing to the engineering lifecycle of advanced combat aircraft. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary with a welcome bonus. Ideal candidates will have a relevant STEM degree and a passion for innovative technologies.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Predicted or obtained 2.2 degree in relevant STEM subjects.
• Experience with modelling and simulation modules.

Responsibilities

• Developing complex networked simulations for training activities.
• Preparing and improving software toolsets for simulation.
• Validating and documenting toolsets.

Skills

Modelling

Simulation

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Physics

Bachelor's or Master's in Mathematics

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science

Bachelor's or Master's in Game Development

Bachelor's or Master's in Aeronautical Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Description

Job title: Graduate Air Modelling & Simulation Engineer

Location: Warton/Samlesbury (Lancashire)

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements; however, for this role, you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

What you’ll be doing:

Modelling & Simulation has applications throughout the whole engineering lifecycle:

• From prototyping and evaluating early design concepts.
• Producing a realistic model of how a system performs.
• Developing complex networked simulations to support front-line training activities.
• Preparing and improving software toolsets, e.g., computational fluid dynamics or electromagnetics simulation.
• Validation and documentation of toolsets.
• Developing new prototype Virtual Reality or Artificial Intelligence-based demonstrators to improve product usability or design.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans and an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Air Team:

We have a proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. We operate globally, supporting design, production, and provision of aircraft including Typhoon, F-35, and Tempest.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those currently underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth can restrict role eligibility. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher levels of security vetting may require 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency, depending on the role.

Qualification requirements

Minimum requirements include a predicted or obtained 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Game Development (including AR/VR), Computer Graphics (Warton-based roles), Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other STEM subjects with modelling and simulation modules.

Start date:

26th January 2026

Application process:

When applying, you will be redirected to the BAE Systems careers site, where you will need to:

• Register an account (optional, applications can be submitted as a guest)
• Provide contact information
• Upload your CV
• Complete a short diversity & inclusion questionnaire

When asked for the source type, select "job board advertisement" and then "the IET / E+T Jobs".