Modelling & Simulation Engineer

607193
  • Negotiable
  • Bristol, England
  • Permanent

The company are a multi-national group, being No 1 in Europe for what they do! With a number of awards and recognitions, with great career progression and opportunities across the business!

Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Working: The role offers flexible working but does require engineers on site for 3-5 days per week and is a on secure site where SC clearance is needed.

Join a business at the forefront of innovation, with a lot to offer! A company backed by a record multi-year order book, offering long-term stability and sustained investment, with years of secured work ahead!

Company Highlights:

  • Be part of an organisation that invests in its people and their long-term success:
  • Join a company who are a global leader in defence innovation, known not only for its technological excellence but also for its outstanding workplace culture.
  • A reputable business who, have a number of awards and recognitions, including Sunday times 'Best Places to Work 2024'. Recognised as a 'Most Loved Organisation'
  • A organisation passionate about it's people with accreditations such as 'Investors in People 'We Invest in People' (Gold) & Investors in People 'We Invest in Wellbeing' (Platinum) - the highest level of accreditation.
  • Passionate advocates for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, with 10+ employee networks.
  • Committed employer of veterans and service leavers, awarded as one of the Top 15 Great British Employers of Veterans in the Forces in Business Awards 2025 and Gold member of 'The 5% Club'. Armed Forces Covenant (Gold).

We are seeking talented Systems Engineers to join our expanding team, working at the forefront of advanced sensing and guidance technologies for complex defence systems.

In this role, you will contribute to a range of activities including system modelling and simulation, algorithm development, performance assessment, and engineering studies. Our work spans the entire sensing and guidance capability chain from signal propagation and hardware performance through to the embedded software algorithms deployed on-board the system. Using model-based design approaches, algorithms are developed and automatically coded directly from our models, enabling rapid prototyping, testing, iteration, and delivery of cutting-edge capability.

You will have the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of programmes.

Beyond project delivery, you may also support laboratory testing, system integration activities, and field trials, providing exposure to the full engineering lifecycle. The role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, career progression, and collaboration with stakeholders across a dynamic, multi-disciplinary and international engineering community.

For experienced engineers, there are additional opportunities to lead technical work packages, mentor colleagues, and develop team leadership capabilities.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Degree qualification in a STEM discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Strong modelling and software development skills, particularly in MATLAB.
  • Experience in algorithm development and implementation.
  • Data analysis, interpretation, and technical report writing.
  • A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges.

Desirable Experience:

  • Advanced MATLAB expertise.
  • Proficiency in Simulink and Embedded Coder.
  • Software or firmware development experience, particularly in C and HDL.
  • Understanding of RF systems and digital signal processing.
  • Experience with model verification, configuration management, and release processes.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) and automated testing practices.
  • Experience applying Machine Learning and AI techniques within engineering environments.

Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.

Ellen Cott Lead Delivery Consultant

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