Senior Navigation Algorithm Specialist

3 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom MBDA Full time

We have an exciting opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the design and functionality of MBDA's complex weapon systems through your model development work.

Job Overview

This role is part of our dynamic team within the Guidance, Control and Navigation Department, where you will get the chance to work across a range of contract and research activities, impacting multiple areas of deliveries within MBDA.

Key Responsibilities
  • You will work on fast-moving projects to develop and evaluate navigation algorithms. This includes researching, developing, testing and evaluating algorithms as part of the wider complex system solution.

You will be responsible for:

Navigating Challenges

Developing and implementing navigation algorithms to ensure accurate and efficient guidance for MBDA's weapon systems.

Evaluating Performance

Testing and evaluating developed algorithms to guarantee optimal performance in various environments.

Technical Requirements
  • Strong programming skills, including proficiency in MATLAB
  • Ideal candidate has a PhD qualification and relevant industrial experience or a degree with a strong mathematical content, such as Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics or Physics
  • Previous experience in programming, real-time implementation, validation & verification, and navigation is essential
  • Experience with state-of-the-art navigation algorithms, algorithm design, comparative evaluation, and testing is highly advantageous
Benefits
  • A competitive salary: up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Enhanced parental leave (up to 26 weeks)
  • Pension scheme with maximum employer and employee contribution of up to 14%
  • Company bonus: up to £2,500 per year (based on company performance)
  • Flexible working hours
  • Training and development opportunities


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