Tp15 Seeker Head of Performance and Modelling - Stevenage, United Kingdom - MBDA

MBDA

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Stevenage, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Together. For the future of defence.

Salary:
Circa £44,000 + dependent on experience + bonus + benefits

Hybrid working pattern:
Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working
- such as 4 days per week on site, 1 day from home with flexibility in working hours

The opportunity:

We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer, with strengths in algorithm development and team leadership to join a growing seeker team on the Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW) programme.

Through your leadership, the seeker team will develop algorithms to deliver the required seeker functionality.

You will get involved in developing seeker modelling, defining systems studies, and bringing algorithms through their full life cycle - includingauto-coding on cutting-edge hardware.

You will have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of other activities within the programme including support to field trials and lab testing.

There are numerous progression and development opportunities available, as well as interaction with stakeholdersacross a dynamic multi-national engineering team.

What we're looking for from you:

Be a confident team leader by managing a multimillion pound Work Package Manager for Seeker Modelling
Lead the technical development and maintenance of the Seeker algorithmic performance on cuttingedge hardware. Bring your experience and insights to accelerate development.
To bridge any cultural and physical gaps between different specialist skill group to deliver coherent and complete performance models
Identify and advocate resourcing needs to the senior programme leader for the seeker and manage the Seeker Modelling team to success
Support the function in evaluating and proactively improving your team. Also build your team through successful hiring of highperforming individuals.
Deputise for senior leadership when appropriate and represent the overall seeker team when required
Identifying studies that demonstrate the algorithm is fit for purpose and identifying future changes required as a result of any deficiencies
Encouraging innovation for example improved agile methods, process improvements, and use of machine learning / AI in the products
Share best practise across the programme and function, with a remit to challenge design and processes in order to the meet the ambitious FC/ASW programme where, "schedule is king"

What to expect:

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.

Please Note:
MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve appropriate clearances.

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