Senior Engineer – Aerodynamics Toolset Development and Modelling

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Engineer – Aerodynamics Toolset Development and Modelling

Location: Warton, Brough or Prestwick – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £47,683 + depending on skills and experience

What you'll be doing:

• Co-ordinate and manage the development of new Aerodynamics Engineering toolsets. Including the planning and reporting on progress of new toolset releases.
• Liaising and working with Aerodynamic Discipline Teams and Projects to collate and harmonise requirements and future developments to provide a common engineering toolset.
• Develop future initiatives to align with Digitial Engineering framework and MBSE.
• Supervise and guide team members in the toolset development.
• Support and encourage Aerodynamic Engineers in toolset development. Develop and advise on best practice and existing developments.
• Promote and support the toolsets with the Aerodynamic Engineering Community

Your skills and experiences:

• Experience of software development, methods, practices and version control systems.
• Experience of MATLAB/Simulink toolset.
• Experience of working with teams co-ordinating and integrating requirements.
• Knowledge of Linux systems and other software languages, Python, Java etc would be beneficial.
• Degree level qualification in a STEM subject
• A logical thinker, problem solver and an eye for detail
• Good teamworking, interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits:

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive

The Operations Design Development Test & Evaluation Aerodynamics team:

Working within the Operations Design Development Test & Evaluation Aerodynamics team at either the Warton or Brough sites offers a dynamic and pivotal role in aerospace engineering. This position is part of the Aerodynamic Toolset Development and Modelling Team, where the primary responsibility involves coordinating and advancing engineering toolsets and models specific to aerodynamics. The focus is on developing MATLAB/Simulink-based toolsets within established governance frameworks and best practices. This role is instrumental in supporting Aerodynamics Discipline engineering analyses and future activities across all projects, including both future and in-service aircraft. It presents an exciting opportunity to gain comprehensive insight into the broader workings of the Aerodynamics team and associated projects, fostering invaluable experience for potential future roles in aircraft/weapon system engineering or specialized aerodynamics fields. This role is not only about toolset development but also about contributing to the strategic advancement and innovation within the realm of aerodynamics engineering.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation

Closing Date: 8th May 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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