World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Simulation and ModellingLead subcontractor on an initial 12-month contract.
Rate:£85 per hour
Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at time and a quarter
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid / Remote working: Due to the sensitive nature of the work it is predominantly done onsite but there is some flexibility depending on project.
Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview process: One stage video interview process
Simulation and ModellingLead Job Description:
The department are looking for an experienced modelling lead to cover a RF seeker Head of Modelling and Performance role during parental leave. 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 missile dynamic reference model. The role will lead the combined efforts of a modelling team and an algorithms team.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the technical development of the Seeker performance model and algorithms
Own the delivery of coherent and complete performance models to the missile systems team
Provide day-to-day line management for team leads within the wider modelling and performance team
Oversight of modelling processes in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques
Manage stakeholders with the wider missile community and represent the overall seeker team when required
Manage the programmatics for the seeker modelling and algorithm work package including budgets, risks and opportunities
Share best practise across the programme to ensure efficient, coherent and clear model deliveries in to high profile missile programmes
Skillset/experience required:
Tools:
* Simulink
Matlab
Skills:
* Team leadership
Stakeholder management
Technical work package management
Complex system modelling
RF experience (desirable)
Technical report writing and review
Model delivery experience
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