Systems Modelling and Simulation Engineer | Defence
Systems Modelling and Simulation Engineer | Defence
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Job Description
Play a key role in shaping the future of airborne sensor technology. Support the development of next-gen radar and electro-optical systems on a high-impact defence programme. Contribute to safety-critical real-time platforms through model-based design and full lifecycle systems engineering.
This is a hands-on on-site role working on complex mission systems used in national security applications. Join a cross-functional team solving real-world problems in radar tracking and targeting systems.
Location: Edinburgh
Clearance: Must be SC Clearable (UK Passport or long-term residency required)
Experience Level: 5 years
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and manage system-level requirements using tools like DOORS
- Design high-performance system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) techniques
- Model and simulate system behaviour using MATLAB Simulink or synthetic environments
- Support system integration troubleshooting and real-world validation
- Conduct Verification & Validation (V&V) activities across the full development lifecycle
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate mission needs into technical solutions
Qualifications :
Required Skills:
- Strong experience in systems engineering within defence aerospace or other high-integrity environments
- Hands-on use of MBSE tools such as DOORS MATLAB and Simulink
- Solid understanding of requirements definition decomposition and traceability
- Experience in system modelling simulation and performance analysis
- Familiarity with V&V processes using both simulation data and live trials
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering Aerospace Electronics or related discipline
OR - A technical background from UK Armed Forces or defence systems roles
- Must be eligible for UK SC Security Clearance (Minimum 5 Years in the UK)
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of sensor fusion signal processing or data classification techniques
- Experience working on radar electro-optics or real-time embedded systems
- Understanding of safety-critical standards and systems engineering best practices
Additional Information :
Why join us
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs mentoring programs internal universities and more we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. Were here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow today!
In short you get:
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- A competitive salary
- Private Medical Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
- Social atmosphere regular gatherings and team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
