Job Description:

We have a fantastic new opportunity for an Autonomy Technologist at Leonardo Helicopters. Based in Yeovil and with virtual working, you will be close to a number of Cities (Exeter, Bristol and Bath) and surrounded by some of the finest countryside and beaches in the UK.

As an Autonomy Technologist, you will be part of our Technology and Innovation, UK group. We are a forward-looking group that has responsibility for setting the future pathways for our UK business and delivering them. This is in collaboration with colleagues from across our global Technology and Innovation network.

We are looking for a technologist that has a curiosity for what Autonomy can do for the future of Vertical Takeoff and Landing systems and an aptitude for developing Autonomy applications. This area of research revolves around the development of technologies that enable crewed, uncrewed systems and crewed-uncrewed teams to operate with increasing independence, from take-off to landing. You will be actively engaged as a member of our international Autonomy team and working on applications across the UK and Italy.

You will have the opportunity to balance virtual and in person working and work out of a latest generation, modern and purpose built innovation hub - iAero Innovation Centre (iaerocentre.co.uk) - that has been designed from the outset for collaborative based innovation and is a leading Aerospace Design and Innovation facility with collaborations in place across with a number of enterprises. You will directly help to shape the future of Autonomy here at Leonardo Helicopters. You will work within a caring and committed team that are striving to shape the future. You will also work alongside, share and grow with international colleagues throughout our global Technology and Innovation network.

For internal applications only, this position is Level 6.

As an Autonomy Technologist you will be working to:

Contribute ideas on the Autonomy functions that will have the most significant contribution to air vehicle and mission management. Help to define requirements for Autonomy to enhance mission effectiveness and reduce operator workload. Stay updated on the latest advancements in autonomy technology and share this knowledge with colleagues across our business. Help setup new projects based on your own ideas and with your Autonomy colleagues across UK, Italian, EU and other opportunities. Collaborate in the development of Autonomy software applications and test these applications in our nationally leading synthetic environment and on subscale demonstrators. Work alongside colleagues in the UK and Italy and participate in project work across geographies.

To perform the role you will work well in a team, be flexible and you will have:

Master's degree in a related subject such as Computer Science, Aerospace, Electronics, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Mechatronics. PHD level is welcome. Experience of main programming languages used in robotics and autonomous systems (e.g., Python, C, C++, Matlab/Simulink). Experience developing on embedded computing boards (e.g., Nvidia Jetson, Intel Up) Simulation software used in robotics (e.g., Gazebo, Airsim, Unreal, Unity, Isaac Sim) An enquiring mind and aptitude to work with uncertainty, shape new solutions and work with teams virtually and in person. Ability to communicate and engage with multi-functional teams and colleagues at different levels.  Behavioral skills in: Team working; Problem solving; Ability to independently manage research projects and with availability for national and international travel. Able to achieve UK Security Clearance. Interest and ability to travel in and outside of the UK.

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Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

Flexible Working:Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us

Company funded flexible benefits:Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)

Holidays:25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year

Pension:Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)

Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing, Ethnicity)

Lifestyle:Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme

Training:Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning

Referral Incentive:You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member

Bonus:Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below