Systems Design Engineer

2 days ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom MBDA Full time
Undergraduate Placement - Optics and Systems Engineer

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled optics and systems engineer to join our team as part of our undergraduate placement programme.

This role offers a unique chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and gain hands-on experience in systems design, computational modelling, lab testing, and field trials.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and certifying EO products for major MBDA programmes, innovating and developing cutting-edge technologies, generating models for EO systems, creating synthetic IR imagery, and assessing real EO systems.

About the Role:

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and certify EO products for major MBDA programmes
  • Innovate and develop cutting-edge technologies alongside experts in the field
  • Generate models for EO systems and use these to predict performance
  • Create synthetic IR imagery for these models to test different scenarios
  • Assess real EO systems through lab testing and field trials

Requirements:

  • Curently studying towards a degree in Physics, Engineering, Electronics, Computing or any relevant applied Sciences discipline

What We Can Offer:

  • Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
  • A placement that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world engineering projects and technologies
  • Flexible working

With a competitive salary of £30,000 per annum, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about optics and systems engineering.



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