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Head of Modelling and Performance

Stevenage
9 months ago
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Drive Cutting-Edge Projects as Head of Modelling and Performance for Missile Systems.
 
You will be well-rewarded at this well-known defence company that produces military weapons systems with bonuses, annual salary reviews, paid overtime and so forth. You will receive a range of support and career development opportunities with a dedicated group of people around you.
 
You will drive a medium sized seeker modelling and performance team through various algorithm development and certification activities.
 
About the Role:

Lead the seeker team to develop algorithms and the modelling framework required to produce software and predict performance.
Encourage innovation – for example improved agile methods, process improvements, auto-coding firmware and preparation for use of machine learning / AI.
Get involved in a variety of other activities within the programme including supporting field trials and helping to craft the company’s industrial capabilities. 
About You:

Experience in systems engineering with strengths in algorithm development, modelling and simulation, AI/ML etc.
Experience in leading both teams and complex projects.
Experience delivering coherent and complete performance models.
Strong programme management skills – including budgets, risks and opportunities.
Ability to manage various stakeholders and represent the team when required. 
Key Information:

Role: Head of Modelling and Performance
Salary: Circa £65,000 Plus Bonus and Benefits
Location: Stevenage OR Bristol (Relocation Package Available)
Hybrid Working: Typically, 3-4 Days Per Week On-Site, Due to Workload Classification 
Skills:
Algorithm development, modelling and simulation, systems engineering, stakeholder management.
 
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 British Citizens. Applicants who meet this 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 is a permanent position

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