Modelling & Simulation Systems Engineer

Matchtech; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid workingEnvironment

Work on complex defence programmes

Collaborate with Data, AI, Digital Eng

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer specializing in Modelling & Simulation for a six-month contract in Reading. The role requires SC clearance to start under the UKEO programme, with an initial on-site presence of three days per week.

You will lead M&S project delivery, design simulation architectures, and ensure interoperability across systems while aligning with Digital Engineering and MBSE environments.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Modelling & Simulation or related delivery.
• Experience delivering M&S solutions in Defence or complex engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of simulation architectures, interoperability and systems integration.
• Experience developing, integrating and managing simulation models and environments.
• Knowledge of Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&A) principles.
• Understanding of MBSE, Digital Engineering and Digital Twin concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of M&S projects from concept through to deployment.
• Design and develop simulation architectures, synthetic environments, and integrated simulation capabilities.
• Enable interoperability between simulation systems, models and wider technical ecosystems.
• Support the integration of M&S solutions with Digital Engineering, Digital Twin, Digital Thread and MBSE environments.
• Contribute to Test & Evaluation, experimentation, and simulation-based testing activities.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and assurance across client engagements.
• Produce technical documentation, solution designs, and delivery reports.
• Manage technical risks and ensure solutions are delivered in line with best practice and governance requirements.
• Support capability development, innovation initiatives, and business growth activities.

Skills

Modelling & Simulation

Systems Engineering

Digital Engineering / MBSE

VV&A principles

Stakeholder engagement

Technical leadership

Education

Professional qualifications in Modelling & Simulation or Systems Engineering

Job description

Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation

x3 days p/w in Reading

6 Month intiial contract

SC required to start - UKEO programme

Rate open, outside IR35

Our client, a small defence engineering consultancy in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled professional in Modelling & Simulation for a contract role in Reading.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of Modelling & Simulation (M&S) projects from concept through to deployment
• Design and develop simulation architectures, synthetic environments, and integrated simulation capabilities
• Enable interoperability between simulation systems, models, and wider technical ecosystems
• Support the integration of M&S solutions with Digital Engineering, Digital Twin, Digital Thread, and MBSE environments
• Contribute to Test & Evaluation, experimentation, and simulation-based testing activities
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and assurance across client engagements
• Produce technical documentation, solution designs, and delivery reports
• Manage technical risks and ensure solutions are delivered in line with best practice and governance requirements
• Support capability development, innovation initiatives, and business growth activities

Job Requirements:

Essential Experience:

• Significant experience in Modelling & Simulation, Synthetic Environments, or Simulation-Based Capability delivery
• Experience delivering M&S solutions within Defence or other complex engineering environments
• Strong understanding of simulation architectures, interoperability, and systems integration
• Experience developing, integrating, and managing simulation models and environments
• Knowledge of Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&A) principles
• Understanding of Systems Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Digital Engineering, and Digital Twin concepts
• Strong stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills
• Ability to lead technical delivery whilst providing hands‑on expertise when required

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working with UK Defence, Government, or highly regulated organisations
• Experience operating within secure environments
• Professional qualifications or formal training in Modelling & Simulation, Systems Engineering, Operational Analysis, or a related discipline

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on complex, meaningful programmes across Defence and industry
• Collaborate with experts in Data, AI, Digital Engineering, and Systems Architecture
• Play a key role in shaping and growing the client’s Modelling & Simulation capability
• Flexible and hybrid working environment
• Clear opportunities for personal and professional development

If you are an experienced professional in Modelling & Simulation looking for an exciting contract role, we would love to hear from you.