Design Development Engineers - Simulink

Air Sector is engaged in a critical role on the Dreadnought submarine programme to develop the functional design of the Active Vehicle Control System (AVCS), the system used to drive and manoeuvre that boat. The work uses Model Based Systems Engineering MBSE techniques at scale on a safety critical system.

We currently have vacancies for Development Engineers within Mechanical, Actuation, Fluidic Systems or Operator Assistance to be based at Brough

You will be responsible for the functional design and development of the control, management or monitoring of Mechanical, Actuation or Fluidic Systems , working in one of the delivery work stream teams as part of the AVC Functional Software organisation. You will be involved in aspects of the in the concept, requirements definition, detailed design and development to delivery.

The Dreadnought AVC programme operates a 'One Team' construct with partners BAE System's Submarines and Electronic Systems.

You will be a self-motivated and proactive individual, able to analyse complex problems and work autonomously and in a structured manner. You will be an effective team worker leading, supporting and working with others to achieve common objectives. You will have excellent communications skills with an ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders including senior management.

You will be capable providing direction and motivation, as well as reviewing work output and providing technical support and guidance and supporting individuals' professional development.

You will be creative and will have a proactive approach to problem solving, effectively utilising your knowledge and experience to develop solutions. You will be adaptable and willing to develop and embrace new approaches and technologies. You will have a continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to seek out improved methods and processes.

Key Responsibility Areas

The successful candidate will be expected to have some experience across the Engineering Lifecycle, knowledge of the Flight, Marine or Mission Systems knowledge is desirable, including an appreciation of software development and modelling & simulation. Additionally, the candidate should have an openness to learning new skills, concepts and approaches to developing MBSE products and have excellent communication skills. The project represent a significant opportunity for personal development in a high profile product delivery team especially in the area of modelling and simulation, as well as systems engineering skills.

Model Based Design (MBD) development and integration of the System, including interfacing with the Control & Instrumentation (C&I), Platform Mechanical and Software work streams. In this role the jobholder shall be responsible for some or all of the following, working closely with stakeholders within BAES Submarines:

Understanding and capturing device and system control requirements.
Develop Functional Architecture and interface definition.
Produce control model concepts, then detailed design models and test harnesses.
Verify and Validate textual requirements in preparation for delivery.
Documenting the design.
Contributing to safety analysis of the products.
Maintain consistent communication across the AVC 'One Team' construct.
Develop and harmonise processes in line with Maritime and Air Sector policies.
Capture Learning From Experience (LFE).

The Individual Requirements

Essential:

The status of the Dreadnought Programme is UK sovereign; applications can therefore only be accepted from sole UK Nationals (Foreign Nationals and those holding Dual Citizenship may not be permitted to work on this Programme).
Degree or equivalent experience or qualification in relevant STEM subject (Aeronautical / Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Physics/Maths/Science).
Demonstrable knowledge of the system engineering lifecycle with ability to apply good systems engineering practices to your work.
At least 2 to 5 years in Mechanical, Actuation, Control or Fluid Systems Engineering, preferably in a marine or aerospace application, or in a similar engineering or technology focussed industry.
Competence in Mathworks tools to apply Model-based systems engineering principles, tools and techniques (primarily Simulink and its Test).
Capable in Microsoft Office packages and an ability to develop competence with more specialist toolsets as necessary.
Ability to apply previous learning and experience to offer guidance, support and coaching to others
Ability to effectively research system design data and apply to complex problems.
Excellent communication skills to support interfaces across a number of functional work streams as well as customers and stakeholders at other BAE sites including Barrow and Rochester.
Flexibility is required, with some on site working and travel between sites may be required.Desirable:

Modelling and simulation of both classical and advanced control systems.
System testing and qualification processes.
Safety engineering and its application to system design and assurance.
A background in developing products within the broader systems engineering lifecycle.
Knowledge and experience of other system modelling and simulation toolsets; including other Mathworks tools, DOORs, SCADE, SySML.
Engineering Project Management including AGILE working awareness