Modelling and Simulation Systems Engineer (LRAE)

Lockheed Martin; Frome, Ampthill; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Ampthill, Bedfordshire seeks a Systems Engineer for modelling of high-speed aerodynamics and aerothermodynamics, joining a multidisciplinary engineering team to support core analyses across the product lifecycle.

The role focuses on numerical modelling, trajectory and thermal analyses, and collaboration with stakeholders. A degree in aero/space and strong communication are essential; DV clearance may be preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with numerical modelling / computational methods.
• Basic understanding of statistical methods.
• Degree level in aeronautical/aerospace engineering or related field.
• Good computer skills including Windows and Linux.
• Clear and concise report writing skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Good teamwork in multidisciplinary environments.
• Self-driven with ability to deliver milestones, sometimes customer facing.
• Strong communication with senior stakeholders and customers.
• Experience in a classified setting is preferred, DV clearance may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• General external flow aerodynamics modelling.
• Trajectory modelling.
• Aerothermodynamics modelling.
• Thermal response modelling.
• Model optimisation / calibration.
• Ground trials analysis.

Skills

Numerical modelling

Statistical methods

Windows and Linux

Report writing

Presentation skills

Team working

Self-drive

Stakeholder communication

DV Clearance

Education

Degree in aeronautical/aerospace engineering

Job description

Standard Job Description

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

About The Role

We are seeking to recruit a Systems Engineer, to be based on site at our Ampthill, Bedfordshire offices, in a permanent capacity. The role suits a modelling and simulation engineer wishing to specialise in the high-speed aerodynamic and aerothermodynamic, modelling of systems. Integrating into numerous wider multi-disciplinary engineering teams in this business area, the applicant will be performing key analyses to support the shared endeavours of each team. The successful applicant will have a rewarding engineering career in a highly stimulating defence world.

Responsibilities

• General external flow aerodynamics modelling.
• Trajectory modelling.
• Aerothermodynamics modelling.
• Thermal response modelling.
• Model optimisation / calibration.
• Ground Trials Analysis.

Required Skills, Qualifications And Experience

• Experience of numerical modelling / computational methods.
• Basic understanding of statistical methods.
• Educated to degree level either through education or career experiential learning with exposure to aeronautical/aerospace engineering.
• Good computer skills including Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Clear and concise report writing skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Good team working skills are essential since the role involves working in teams that will be multi-disciplinary.
• Self-drive will be required in order to deliver programme activities and milestones, and the role will on occasions be customer facing.
• Strong communication skills required to liaise with Senior Stakeholders both within the company and customers.
• Experience in working in a classified setting preferred.
• Willingness to pursue DV Clearance preferred.