Navigation Algorithm Design Engineer

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Stevenage
2 months ago
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We have a fantastic opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the design and functionality of MBDA's complex weapon systems through your model development work.

Job Title: Navigation Algorithm Design Engineer

Salary: Up to £55,000 dependent on experience

Location: Bristol or Stevenage (To be considered for the Stevenage office, applicants are required to possess a significant level of relevant experience)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

The opportunity:

Working on fast-moving projects to develop and evaluate navigation algorithms. Researching, developing, testing and evaluating algorithms as part of the wider complex system solution. You will be part of a dynamic team within the Guidance, Control and Navigation Department and will get the opportunity to work across a range of contract and research activities hence impact multiple areas of deliveries within MBDA. Navigation algorithms are central to the design and development of MBDA's complex guided weapon systems products. This role will help you understand how GCN supports our weapon system products and gain insight into a number of related disciplines with whom we have a high level of interactions.

Algorithms are developed at many stages of the lifecycle of the product including:

  1. Research studies, both externally and internally funded, to investigate algorithms for future developments
  2. Algorithms to support initial missile feasibility and concept studies
  3. Algorithms in support of assessment and development programmes
  4. Algorithms to support upgrades for in-service products.


What we're looking for from you:

  1. Strong programming skills are required including MATLAB
  2. Ideally PhD qualified and with relevant industrial experience or Degree with a strong mathematical content e.g. Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics
  3. Previous demonstrable programming, real-time implementation, validation & verification and navigation experience.
  4. Relevant experience with the state-of-the-art navigation algorithms, Navigation Algorithm design, comparative evaluation and testing is a strong advantage.


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Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

  1. Company Bonus:Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  2. Pension:maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  3. Overtime:opportunity for paid overtime
  4. Flexi Leave:Up to 15 additional days
  5. 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.
  6. Facilities:Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
  7. Training and Development:Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities


Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more...

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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