Senior Mathematical Modeller - Sonar & Underwater Systems

Thales; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company is seeking a Principal Mathematical Modeller to drive innovation in sonar research for the Royal Navy. The role entails providing strategic technical leadership and requires a PhD in Mathematics or a related field. The position is full-time and onsite due to security requirements. If you are passionate about algorithm development and underwater technologies, apply now.

Benefits

Annual bonus (VCP)

Car allowance

Pension matching up to 7%

Life Assurance (2x base salary)

Private Medical Insurance

Half day every Friday

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid leave for volunteering

Flexible benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Advanced academic credentials – ideally a PhD.
• Strong grounding in statistical and stochastic processes.
• Passion for algorithms and modelling.

Responsibilities

• Shape future research and development strategy.
• Lead innovation initiatives in designated areas.
• Provide technical leadership in reports and presentations.

Skills

Algorithm development

Statistical processes

Proactivity

Programming (C/C++, MATLAB, Python)

Education

PhD in Mathematics or related field

MSc in Maths

Job description

A leading defence technology company is seeking a Principal Mathematical Modeller to drive innovation in sonar research for the Royal Navy. The role entails providing strategic technical leadership and requires a PhD in Mathematics or a related field. The position is full-time and onsite due to security requirements. If you are passionate about algorithm development and underwater technologies, apply now.