Mems Technologist

RTX; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Excellent pension contribution 2:1

Private health insurance

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Early finish on Fridays

Career development and training

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Plymouth is seeking a motivated MEMS inertial sensor researcher within the Technology Development team. The role focuses on advancing MEMS sensors, data analysis, and experimental investigations, with guidance from an experienced team.

Candidates should hold a physics or engineering degree; MATLAB experience; and an ability to innovate. The position offers hybrid work, learning opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge sensor technologies in civil and defence markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Physics, Mechanical or Electrical / Electronic Engineering.
• Post-graduate degree not essential; role will benefit from it.
• Experience with data analysis tools (MATLAB).
• Demonstrable ability to innovate and generate ideas.

Responsibilities

• Planning and execution experimental investigations.
• Analysis of performance data and interpretation of results.
• Assist with project planning and delivery of technical work packages.
• Tracking and reporting of technical status on allocated tasks.
• Generation and configuration of relevant documents (e.g. target performance specs).
• Participation in brainstorming, problem solving and ideas generation events.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Physics/Mechanical/Electrical engineering

Post-graduate degree not essential

Tools

MATLAB

ANSYS

COMSOL

Coventor

Simulink

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-23

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Plymouth, Plymouth

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

Collins Aerospace is one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defence products. We design, manufacture and service systems and components and provide integrated solutions for commercial, regional, business and military aircraft, helicopters and other platforms.

With facilities located in both Plymouth and Bristol, we design and manufacture products for control, navigation and guidance for surface and air applications in the global aerospace and defence markets. Our world leading products include the innovative MEMS based IMUs and the digital terrain reference navigation system, TERPROM®. Our aggressive growth plan includes development and extension of our current technologies into wider markets including civil aircraft applications with manufacturing of our sensor technology through our Joint Venture Silicon Sensing Systems Limited.

The Technology Development team plays a critical role in the delivery of state of the art MEMS sensors used in these products. This multidisciplinary team is focused on the further development of our world class inertial MEMS technology portfolio and is driving innovation in both sensor design and processing techniques. We are seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to work within our highly experienced team in this exciting technology area.

Candidates do not require prior experience of working in an R&D environment, however, experience within an academic or industrial environment will strengthen the application. Applicants should have the aptitude to successfully conduct original and innovative research, with the support and guidance from the experienced team they will be part of. The ability to comprehend and assimilate key aspects of the multiple disciplines encompassed within MEMS technology is also critical. The position provides the opportunity to gain valuable experience and expertise at the cutting edge of MEMS inertial sensor development.

What You Will Do

• Planning and execution experimental investigations
• Analysis of performance data and interpretation of results
• Assist with project planning and delivery of technical work packages
• Tracking and reporting of technical status on allocated tasks
• Generation and configuration of relevant documents (e.g. target performance specs.)
• Participation in brainstorming, problem solving and ideas generation events

Qualifications & Experience We Prefer

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Physics, Mechanical or Electrical / Electronic Engineering or other relevant subject
• Post-graduate degree not essential; however, nature of role will benefit from th
• Experience in use of data analysis tools (MATLAB) and understanding of data gathering and analysis
• Demonstrable ability to innovate and generate ideas

Desirable skills and experience

• Basic understanding of MEMS technology and fabrication processes
• Experience of working in an R&D environment
• Experience in the design, operation or use of MEMS inertial sensors
• Familiarity with Multi-Physics FEA tools (ANSYS / COMSOL / Coventor)
• Practical ability to set up, debug and test breadboard electronics circuits for proof-of-concept and prototype development
• Understanding of control systems fundamentals and using MATLAB / Simulink
• Knowledge of inertial sensor principles, parameters and applications
• Understanding of transducer technologies and techniques

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working options.
• Excellent 2:1 matched pension contribution (up to 10%).
• Private health insurance and life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus the ability to buy or sell up to 5 more.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Career development, mentorship, and world-class training opportunities.
• And much more!

At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionised systems for specialised aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow.

Note: The successful candidate must hold an active or be willing and eligible to obtain SC level security clearance. Project access restrictions may also apply to some nationalities.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.