My client, a world leader in the defence sector, requires an Autonomous Systems Team Lead to join them in Bristol and lead a team of skilled engineers dedicated to the development and maintenance of innovative algorithms for Autonomous Systems, Intelligent Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, an opportunity to help steer the future of Air Domain Weapon Systems.
Autonomous Systems Team Lead
They are looking for a dynamic leader, someone who is passionate about developing innovative technological solutions for the next generation of air defence systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the Guidance, Control and Navigation (GCN) technical liaison for the algorithm team, fostering relationships with internal stakeholders and partner companies.
Cultivate new partnerships with external organisations, expanding the collaborative network.
Contribute to ground-breaking innovations, playing a pivotal role in all stages of the lifecycle of complex weapon systems.
To be considered, applicants will need to be qualified with a degree (or equivalent) in a subject with substantial mathematical content (such as Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics), as well as previous experience in algorithm development for similar complex technical systems.
You will have strong leadership skills, a proven record in team management and excellent communication abilities, as well as a genuine interest in innovative technologies and their practical applications.
In addition, the following would be advantageous:
A relevant PhD or Post-Doctoral experience.
Prior experience in algorithm research, product development and support.
Experience in collaborating with external partners.
Technical knowledge or domain expertise in areas such as Command and Control, Dynamic Systems, Sensors and Autonomous Systems is highly beneficial.
Intelligent Autonomous Systems Engineer
Bristol
Hybrid working pattern: predominately office-based
Salary £negotiable DOE plus excellent benefits, paid overtime, bonus etc.
Key Skills: Autonomous Systems, Algorithms, Algorithm Development, GCN, Guidance, Control, Navigation, Sensors, Command, Weapons, Weapon Systems, Defence, Matlab, Simulink, Python
Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet these criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.
Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time.
This role is a PERMANENT position
