Modelling & Simulation Engineer

Akkodis; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 47,250 - 57,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Generous pension

Additional leave

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Exposure to modelling challenges

Job summary

Modis is seeking a Systems Performance Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team developing advanced defence technologies. The role focuses on assessing and predicting system performance through mathematical modelling, simulation and analysis across the product lifecycle.

You will work with aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance, navigation and control experts to develop complex products for air, land and maritime environments, producing technical reports and presenting findings to diverse

Qualifications

• Mathematical modelling of dynamic systems.
• Performance analysis and system behaviour assessment.
• Running and analysing complex simulations.
• Systems engineering activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Producing clear and concise technical documentation.
• Presenting technical information to a range of audiences.
• Working within multidisciplinary engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical studies to assess overall system performance.
• Develop and analyse mathematical models of complex engineering systems.
• Evaluate the impact of design changes on system behaviour and performance.
• Support requirements development, verification and certification activities.
• Perform simulation and modelling studies to assess performance against key indicators.
• Analyse and interpret large datasets generated through modelling activities.
• Work closely with subject matter experts across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Produce technical reports and present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to product verification, validation and ongoing capability development activities.

Skills

Math modelling

Performance analysis

Simulation runs

Systems engineering

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Presentations

Cross-disciplinary

Job description

Systems Performance Engineer (Simulation & Modelling)

Location: Herfordshire

Salary: Up to £52,500 + Excellent Benefits

Working Pattern: On-site Position

Security Requirements: UK Nationals Only

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Performance Engineer to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on the development of advanced defence technologies.

This role focuses on assessing and predicting system performance through mathematical modelling, simulation and technical analysis. You'll play a key role in helping engineering teams understand how design decisions influence overall system behaviour and performance throughout the product lifecycle.

Working alongside specialists across aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance, navigation, control, sensors and systems engineering, you'll contribute to the development of highly complex products operating across air, land and maritime environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical studies to assess overall system performance.
• Develop and analyse mathematical models of complex engineering systems.
• Evaluate the impact of design changes on system behaviour and performance.
• Support requirements development, verification and certification activities.
• Perform simulation and modelling studies to assess performance against key indicators.
• Analyse and interpret large datasets generated through modelling activities.
• Work closely with subject matter experts across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Produce technical reports and present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to product verification, validation and ongoing capability development activities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Mathematical modelling of dynamic systems.
• Performance analysis and system behaviour assessment.
• Running and analysing complex simulations.
• Systems engineering activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Producing clear and concise technical documentation.
• Presenting technical information to a range of audiences.
• Working within multidisciplinary engineering environments.

Technical Knowledge

• Flight Dynamics
• Aerodynamics
• Propulsion Systems
• Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC)
• Control Systems
• Missile or Weapon Systems
• Performance Modelling
• Simulation & Modelling
• Verification & Validation
• Systems Architecture
• Dynamic System Analysis

Software & Tools

• MATLAB
• Simulink
• Mathematical Modelling Environments
• Data Analysis ToolsExperience with other simulation, modelling or systems engineering toolsets would also be advantageous.

What's On Offer

• Salary up to £52,500
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Generous pension contribution
• Additional leave entitlement
• Overtime opportunities
• Career development within highly advanced engineering programmes
• Exposure to complex modelling, simulation and performance analysis challenges
• Opportunity to work alongside leading specialists across multiple engineering disciplines

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.