A fantastic opportunity to join our Sparkworks team, working on programmes for groundbreaking weapon systems.
The opportunity:
We are looking for a System Performance Lead for a Sparkworks Programme. As part of the role, you will be responsible for a number of activities, including:
Conducting system-level performance evaluations of novel concepts against their requirements
Conducting trade studies to inform lower-level design
Generate and agree scenarios with key customers to be used for scenario-based performance evaluation
Definition of the modelling strategy to conduct these assessments
Ownership of development and delivery of models and algorithms
Delivery of Performance Statements to customers
Coordinating inputs from wider functions to support system design and performance analysis
What we're looking for from you:
DV cleared engineer with a broad systems engineering background, preferably covering all phases of development from concept to certification
Experience in the management, development and use of tools, simulations, and algorithms produced in Matlab and Simulink
Ability to work at pace within a broad multi-functional team, delivering complex information into project collaborators
Experience in data analysis and technical report writing
Ability to solve problems collaboratively with colleagues and partners
Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
