Weapon System Algorithm Developer

We are looking for adaptable individuals with a passion for mathematics and an ability to apply it in real world modelling and problem solving.

Job Title: Weapon System Algorithm Developer

Salary: circa £55,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Bristol (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

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

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 the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

You will complement our team in developing algorithms for future weapon systems.  We are a specialist and forward-thinking team using product knowledge and system analysis to develop the algorithms that underpin the advanced capabilities of our weapon systems. To keep ahead of our rivals, we are always looking to the state of the art in algorithm technology. This includes an increasing adoption of methods that employ machine-learning and artificial intelligence.

We are a small team with:

• A collegiate and rewarding working environment.
• A strong and cooperative team ethic.
• A willingness to embrace change and find new ways of working. We often challenge each other in this respect and that's encouraged.
• Value placed on diversity.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Design, develop and test mathematical algorithms using Matlab/Simulink and Python.
• Interpret technical specifications and collaborate with other departments to understand how the algorithms will be used, and especially with the software team to define how they will be implemented.
• Influence the way we develop algorithms within the team and more widely within MBDA.
• Demonstrate a commitment to quality through progressive thinking and rigour.

What's in it for you?

• Experience gained rapidly to meet immediate project needs.

• Training on our products, and on the analysis used by the algorithms we develop.

• On the job training within a team of specialists.

• Responsibility through task ownership.

• Opportunities for progression in technical and managerial directions.

• Opportunities to work at MBDA sites in the UK, France, Germany and Italy.

What we're looking for from you:

Any experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Mathematical analysis / modelling
• Numerical simulation
• Data Science, especially machine learning
• Geospatial data and/or geographical information systems
• Software development
• A numerate graduate or post-graduate qualification.
• Ability and confidence to work with mathematics.
• A commitment to product quality and the procedures we follow to ensure it.
• A desire to make an impression within the MBDA engineering community.

Interested?  Apply now!

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:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• 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.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• 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.

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