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Meritus

Systems Modelling Engineer

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Bristol, United Kingdom

£ 75 / hour

Freelance

27-03-2025

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Job Specifications

MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's busiest defence organisations for the recruitment of a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer to join their Bristol office on a contract basis.
Systems Performance Modelling Engineer - Bristol - Contract - £75 per hour via Umbrella - Fully onsite - SC clearance required - Sole British Citizenship
Job Title:
Systems Performance Modelling Engineer
Overview of department:
We are looking for a modeller to produce models of on RF products. The model includes the seeker hardware, digital processing and target environment. The modelling team is responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions and interfacing the seeker model into the dynamic reference model.
Responsibilities:
Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques
Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms
Opportunity to develop and implement algorithms within the model
Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model
Carrying out seeker performance assessment
Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model
Optionally updating the legacy Seeker model in Statemate
Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors
Due to the sensitive nature of the work it is predominantly done onsite but there is some flexibility depending on project.
Skillset/experience required:
Tools:
Simulink
Matlab
Skills:
Modelling for auto-coding
Algorithm development
Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model
Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable)
Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable)
RF experience (desirable)
Technical report writing
Model delivery experience
Ability to work as part of a fast paced team

About the Company

Leading the charge across Aerospace, Defence, and Space. MERITUS connects worldwide industry talent with pioneering organisations through our multitude of bespoke talent attraction and retention methods, designed with you in mind. We are the fastest growing Aerospace, Defence and Space brand in the UK, specialising in innovative talent resource solutions within the security cleared space. We work in partnership with our clients on projects undisclosed to the general public, supporting the curation of their resource supply ... Know more

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