Systems Engineer/Scientist - Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare

Full Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated Systems Engineer / Applied Scientist to support the Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare team. AASW delivers a range of services across a broad spectrum of science and engineering disciplines including research and development, independent and technical specialist advice and independent test and evaluation.
Delivered from the Farnborough based centre of excellence, the AASW team is internationally renowned for the practical application of its deep-domain knowledge. The team works closely with its customers to design and implement advanced solutions to address real-world challenges. This includes the independent characterisation and performance evaluation of AASW acoustic systems requiring sensor simulation and aircraft stimulation with high fidelity test signals. The capability is supported by a deep understanding of acoustic processing systems and theory.
This is a full-time role, 37 hours per week and based in Farnborough, Hampshire. Flexible, adaptive working arrangements are offered; however a proportion of the work is required to be carried out on site, due to the nature of the equipment and Labs used.
 
Accountabilities:

• Problem solving and the application of science underpinned by a tailored life-cycle approach e.g. Systems/Software Engineering Lifecycle.
• Use of rapid-prototyping techniques to inform system design decisions.
• Self-motivated team member that takes ownership of tasking whilst operating collaboratively within a dynamic team.
• A desire to learn, broadening and sharing knowledge within this exciting domain is essential, to increase team expertise and resilience.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Physics, Maths, Oceanography, Electronics or relevant engineering discipline.
• Software Engineering toolset – LabVIEW and MATLAB desirable.

Please note that all applicants must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum.