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Algorithm Specialist

Guidant Global
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS6 5EX

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The UK's Ministry of Defence partner is seeking an experienced Algorithm Specialist to develop Missile and Weapon Systems algorithms.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in algorithm development and a strong understanding of simulation environments.
  • The role involves working on autopilots, control systems, guidance, and mission planning, with a focus on complex real-time software development.
  • The position is based in Bristol, offering excellent transportation links and opportunities for professional development.
  • Salary for this position is competitive, and candidates must be British citizens or dual nationals eligible for security clearance.

The UK's trusted Ministry of Defence partner is looking for an experienced Algorithm Specialist to develop Missile and Weapon Systems algorithms across a wide range of defence products. As part of this team, you will support studies managing the complex performance trades between software and hardware and support algorithm proving activities. This position is based at the Bristol site.

As an Algorithm Specialist, the successful candidate will cover a range of capabilities such as autopilots, control systems, mid-course guidance, homing, propulsion control, and mission planning. Activities throughout the product life cycle include early research studies, feasibility and concept stages, product development, and customer support.

What we're looking for:

  • Experience in algorithm development in a relevant area (such as guidance, control, data fusion, optimisation, navigation)
  • Experience in Mathematical Modelling would be beneficial (such as flight dynamics, aerodynamics, sensors, and actuation systems)
  • A good understanding of simulation environments (e.g., MATLAB and Simulink, or similar) and programming languages (e.g. FORTRAN, Python).

What you'll get to do as an Algorithm Specialist:

The individual has extensive experience in developing complex real-time software. They possess a solid understanding of UML, with a preference for experience using Rhapsody. Their strong Ada programming skills are complemented by their excellent problem-solving capabilities, particularly in investigating software and hardware issues. They have experience working on safety-critical software (SIL2 or equivalent) and have previously worked with embedded software in a laboratory setting. Additionally, they are proficient in using configuration control tools such as RTC.

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

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More about the role:

Our client's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based in Bristol a state-of-the-art site, which plays a key part in missiles operations. The location offers excellent transportation links, outstanding learning and development opportunities, and social, charitable, and sporting activities.

Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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