Modelling And Simulation Engineer

Unify; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Modelling & Simulation Engineer in Bedfordshire. The successful candidate will develop and validate models for various systems using MATLAB/Simulink and collaborate with design engineers to ensure quality and safety standards. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience with multi-physics systems. The role offers flexibility with hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package, including 34 days of annual leave.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Qualifications

• Experience modelling multi-physics dynamical systems.
• Strong understanding of control theory, estimation techniques, and flight dynamics.
• Knowledge of aerospace blocksets, control toolboxes, and multibody simulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate models using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Build simulation frameworks and integrate complex models.
• Generate technical documentation such as validation reports.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Control theory

Estimation techniques

Flight dynamics

Technical documentation preparation

Education

Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related discipline

MSc/PhD in a relevant discipline

Tools

Git

SIMDIS

HLA

DIS

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Modelling & Simulation Engineer
Location: Bedfordshire
Job Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate models of aircraft, sensors, subsystems, and environmental interactions using MATLAB/Simulink
• Define and verify requirements in collaboration with design engineers
• Build simulation frameworks and integrate complex models for analysis and testing
• Validate model outputs against test and flight data
• Support system-level simulation activities including trade studies, optimisation, and performance assessment
• Generate technical documentation such as validation reports, user manuals, and test plans
• Contribute to MIL/SIL/HIL/PIL testing environments through auto-generated C/C++ code
• Ensure model designs align with quality and safety standards

Your Background

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline
• Experience modelling multi-physics dynamical systems (mechanical, electrical, aerodynamic, hydraulic)
• Strong understanding of control theory, estimation techniques, and flight dynamics
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink
• Knowledge of requirements management, verification, and validation
• Comfortable preparing technical documentation

Preferred Experience

• MSc/PhD in a relevant discipline
• Exposure to unmanned or autonomous aerial systems
• Familiarity with Stateflow, Simscape, Modelica, Simulink Coder, MATLAB Coder
• Knowledge of aerospace blocksets, control toolboxes, and multibody simulation
• Awareness of industry standards such as DO-178C, DO-331, ED-215, ED-218
• Experience with source control (e.g. Git) and simulation tools (SIMDIS, HLA, DIS)
• Programming knowledge (C/C++, Python, or similar)
• Background in military avionics, sensor systems, or high-integrity environments

Eligibility & Security

Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC level as a minimum)

Benefits

• Hybrid working options
• 34 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance (typically 5× salary)
• Income protection and private medical cover
• Dental plan and health cash scheme
• Employee assistance programme