Lead Simulation & modelling

The opportunity

A vacancy has arisen for a Lead Simulation and Modelling Engineer in a fast-moving and challenging projects and become a key member of a dynamic team.
Simulation and Modelling is central to the design and development of MBDA's products. Mathematical Models are developed for many purposes and are used from concept to in-service. The Simulation and Modelling team is responsible for the development of models and software to support the following:

• Investigate feasibility of new weapon systems, proving new concepts and design trade studies;
• Development of real time models and models that support growth areas within the business.
• Support algorithm and software development and its testing through Hardware in the Loop and trials programmes that verify and validate modelling; and,
• Support performance assessment of contractual requirements that certify the weapon system design.

The Role:

• As Lead engineer you will be responsible for delivery models and modelling tools or software to MBDA programmes.
• You will be capable of adapting or creating solutions to complex technical problems to achieve the end goal with the right level of quality.
• You will coach and guide your team members providing regular feedback to enhance overall team performance and knowledge transfer.
• This role will require stakeholder management to develop plans that coordinate activities and monitor progress.
• Activities will also include budget responsibility, which will require monitoring and negotiation of priorities with project in a rapidly changing environment.
• Also able to communicate with all levels effectively; challenge, negotiate and influence to achieve a desired outcome.

What's great about the role?

• You will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills in relation to Simulation and Modelling and steer team activities with a strong sense of autonomy.
• Develop stakeholder management skills and build relationships with projects and within your team.
• This role offers exposure to Simulation and Modelling deliveries to projects and a perspective on the way this is used by Performance Assessment, deliveries to Software and test facilities. (e.g. CIL, HWIL, COMPAT).
• You will gain knowledge of both model and software development and the processes that assures quality of Simulation and Modelling deliveries.
• Potential onward development growth through managerial or specialist paths

What's great about the team

• Our department has a strong focus on engineering skills, with engineers from different backgrounds and all experience levels, working together to achieve our goals.
• You will be joining a vibrant, hard-working department with a strong and successful track record in achieving project milestones.
• You will be working in a constantly changing environment and helping to take simulation and modelling forward.
• Developing new and innovative ways of working to enhance existing products and develop new ones.
• Simulation and Modelling has representation at UK sites and internationally. There is opportunity for knowledge sharing with these other sites and potential for international mobility.
• Simulation and modelling is a growing department with opportunities to work across a range of interesting projects.

What are we looking for?

• Ability to lead technical activities and quickly understanding complex technical problems.
• Carryout or manage priorities and activities to deliver on time, cost and quality.
• An aptitude for Simulation and Modelling activities would be beneficial
• Must have a numerate background, such as, a good Degree or Masters in an Engineering, Mathematics or Science related subject.
• Should have, or are prepared to gain, a good understanding of simulation environments (e.g. MATLAB and Simulink, or similar) and programming languages (e.g. FORTRAN, C/C++).
• Understanding of change management and configuration control processes is considered an advantage (e.g. Rational Team Concert).
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems and gather the information needed to drive through to ultimate solutions.
• Experience of stakeholder engagement, coordination and planning would be an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present complex information in a simple way.
• Have an awareness of risk management, mitigation and reporting.

In addition you will:

• be highly autonomous, proactive and be capable of working on your own initiative with a minimum of supervision;
• be motivated to manage a small to medium sized project and carry out all aspects of task package management;
• be motivated to man-manage your team and coordinate activities in a friendly and confident way (e.g. performance feedback and one to ones);
• have skills to tailor approach to different individuals and foster collaboration with stakeholders;
• be motivated to develop and shape high performing teams by influencing both inside and outside the department and empowering staff to go the extra mile;
• identify team development areas and schedule work where possible to promote knowledge transfer;
• capable of delivering existing contracts and negotiate scope of new business for Simulation and Modelling;
• have good understanding of, or experience of, phases of the engineering life cycle; and,
• review of teams work to ensure quality standards and integrity.

What would you get?
*Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.