Senior Principal UAS Modelling & Simulation Engineer

Collins Aerospace; Winnersh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Package

25 days Annual Leave

Generous Pension Scheme

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Winnersh is seeking a Snr Principal Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation for Unmanned Systems. You will play a key role in designing and validating complex unmanned air systems. Responsibilities include developing high-fidelity models, flight-critical control laws, and leading field trials. To qualify, you need significant aerospace experience and expertise in MATLAB/Simulink among other competencies. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or unmanned systems environments.
• Strong stakeholder-facing skills and ability to work under pressure.
• The ability to obtain SC security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design high-fidelity 6-DOF digital models of unmanned systems.
• Develop, test, tune, and deploy flight-critical control laws.
• Support experimental flight testing and post-flight analysis.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

UAV flight control systems

C/C++

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics

Tools

SIL/HIL testing tools

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Winnersh is seeking a Snr Principal Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation for Unmanned Systems. You will play a key role in designing and validating complex unmanned air systems. Responsibilities include developing high-fidelity models, flight-critical control laws, and leading field trials. To qualify, you need significant aerospace experience and expertise in MATLAB/Simulink among other competencies. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.