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Weapon Systems Algorithms Engineer - Summer Placement 2025

Employer
MBDA
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
17 Oct 2024
Reference
R23443

Job Details

Weapon Systems Algorithms Engineer - Summer Placement2025

Salary: £20,000 (pro rata)

Location: Bristol

Working pattern:

Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working, but this will depend on project requirements and the need for access to specific site facilities.

Security clearance:

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Closing date for this role is midnight on Monday 4th November

The opportunity:

As an Engineer in the Weapon Systems Design division, you will be part of a rapidly expanding area of the MBDA business, providing specialist technical support at system level to a range of high-profile projects, including Future Combat Air System (FCAS); Future Cruise / Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW); Future Air Defence System (FADS) and more.

The Weapon System Algorithms and Performance (WSAP) department specialises in the design, development and delivery of cutting-edge algorithms, which operate across the entire weapon system to optimise the end-to-end mission performance of our products. Algorithms Engineers in WSAP often work directly with MBDA project teams to ensure the delivery of critical algorithm components on time, on cost, and on quality to key programmes. Some examples of topics you could be working on include:
  • Routing algorithms for long-range strike weapons
  • Operator decision aids for strike mission planning
  • Threat evaluation & weapon assignment algorithms for air defence
  • Multi-weapon co-operation
  • Application of machine learning techniques to air-to-air combat

Regardless of which project you work on, you'll be part of a team comprising some of the most talented engineers, scientists and technicians in their fields, helping to deliver innovative, battle-winning capabilities to MBDA's customers across the globe.

What we're looking for from you:
  • Currently studying for an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science.
  • We are particularly interested in hearing from applicants with a strong interest in mathematics and applying mathematical techniques to engineering problems.
  • Experience in programming for scientific/engineering applications (e.g. MATLAB, Python) would be an advantage, but we still encourage any applicants with an interest in learning on the job to apply as well!

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:
  • 10 week summer placement starting June 2025
  • Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
  • A placement that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world engineering projects and technologies
  • Flexible working

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more...

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
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Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
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Telephone
01438754500
Location
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Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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