Simulation and Modelling Engineer

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit 2 Simulation and Modelling Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference. The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday).

This role would be suitable for a Simulation and Modelling Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) ideally from the defence or aerospace industry.

Job Title: Simulation and Modelling Engineer

Rate: £75.00 per hour

Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference

Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite working predominantly - some hybrid working may be available, as can a 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday)

Contract: 37 Hours per week

Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter'

Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Simulation and Modelling Engineer Job Description:

We are looking for a modeller to produce models of the seeker RF Radar. The model includes the seeker hardware, digital processing and target environment. The modelling team is responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions and interfacing the seeker model into the missile dynamic reference model.

Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques
Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms
Develop and implement algorithms within the model
Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model
Carrying out seeker performance assessment
Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model
Optionally updating the legacy Seeker model in Statemate
Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors

Skillset / experience required:

Simulink
Matlab

Skills:

Modelling for auto-coding
Assessing suitability of algorithms in the model
Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable)
Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable)
Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable)
RF experience (desirable)
Model delivery experience
Any previous UML or SysML experience would be great