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. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Reading.
