Associate Mission Systems Engineer
// Role Summary
Join QinetiQ as an Associate Mission Systems Engineer at RAF Coningsby, contributing to cutting-edge defence technology and empowering national security. You'll work with brilliant minds on mission-critical capabilities for frontline operations.
// Key Responsibilities
- Support development of mission systems for combat air platforms.
- Work directly with military personnel at RAF Coningsby.
- Utilize modelling, analysis, and software development for complex challenges.
- Apply Python, MATLAB, or C++ in your daily tasks.
- Contribute to AI, machine learning, and future mission solutions.
- Requires eligibility for SC clearance.
// Role Specification
About QinetiQ
At QinetiQ, we are creating the future of defence technology and ground-breaking innovations to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Associate Mission Systems Engineer at our Lincoln site, embedded at RAF Coningsby, to work with cutting-edge technology alongside brilliant minds.
The Role
As an Associate Mission Systems Engineer, you will support the development and enhancement of mission systems capabilities that contribute directly to the operational effectiveness of current and future combat air platforms. This role is based at the Mission Support Centre at RAF Coningsby, offering a unique opportunity to work directly with military personnel and support mission-critical capabilities for frontline operations. You will be comfortable working in a military environment and collaborating closely with RAF stakeholders.
Day-to-day, you will work alongside experienced engineers, analysts, and military personnel, applying modelling, analysis, and software development techniques to complex mission system challenges. You will contribute to projects spanning operational analysis, mission data, mission planning systems, AI and machine learning applications, and the development of future mission solutions supporting platforms such as Typhoon and Lightning.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the modelling, simulation and analysis of mission systems and operational scenarios
- Assisting with the development, testing and evaluation of mission data and mission support capabilities
- Developing software and analytical tools using Python, MATLAB, C++ or similar technologies
- Contributing to system testing, integration and performance assessment activities
- Applying data analysis and machine learning techniques to operational challenges
- Supporting research into emerging technologies, autonomy and AI-enabled mission systems
Essential Experience:
- Relevant technical experience in modelling, analysis, software development, systems engineering or a related discipline
- Experience using Python, MATLAB, C++ or similar programming languages
- Knowledge of modelling, simulation, data analysis or algorithm development techniques
- Experience using analytical approaches to solve technical problems
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and customer environments
Desirable Experience:
- Experience working with Mission Data within a defence or aerospace environment
- Knowledge or experience of Electronic Warfare (EW) systems, capability development or analysis
- Understanding of AI, machine learning, neural networks or data fusion techniques
- Familiarity with mission planning systems, synthetic environments or operational analysis
- Experience supporting defence, aerospace or military aviation programmes
Essential Qualifications:
- Degree in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering or another relevant STEM discipline
- Alternatively, equivalent professional experience in a relevant technical field
We value difference and encourage applications from all candidates with the required experience and a willingness to learn.
Working Hours and Location:
This role is 37 hours per week, full-time, based at our RAF Coningsby site five days per week. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites may be required.
Security Clearance:
All applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum. Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting.
Why Join QinetiQ?
Join QinetiQ during an exciting period of growth, where our appetite for innovation and tackling complex challenges is key to our success. Experience a unique working environment with diverse teams collaborating openly. We offer a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued, and realise your full potential.
Benefits:
- Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
- Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
- Options for Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
- Employee discount portal
- Support for the Armed Forces community
- Volunteering Opportunities