Algorithm Engineer

Algorithm Engineer

£50,000 - £57,000 + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Algorithm Specialist to join a highly skilled engineering team responsible for developing advanced Guidance, Control and Navigation (GCN) solutions across the full product life cycle.

Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will contribute to the development of sophisticated algorithms that underpin the performance of current and next-generation systems. From early-stage concept development through to operational support, you'll play a key role in solving complex technical challenges and delivering innovative solutions.

You'll collaborate closely with experts across Simulation & Modelling, Software, Navigation Systems, Image Processing, Hardware-in-the-Loop, Systems Engineering, Sensors, Validation and Technical Quality teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyse and develop advanced algorithms for cutting-edge engineering applications.
• Contribute to the development of Guidance, Navigation and Control solutions.
• Support algorithm development across the full engineering life cycle, from concept studies through to in-service support.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to integrate algorithms into complex systems.
• Participate in research, modelling, simulation and performance analysis activities.
• Support the validation and verification of algorithm performance through simulation and testing activities.
• Contribute to the advancement of future technologies and new product capabilities.

Areas of Development

You may have the opportunity to work in a variety of specialist areas including:

• Control Systems
• Navigation
• Guidance
• Tracking
• Data Fusion
• Mission Planning
• Machine Learning
• Autonomous Systems

This position offers exposure to emerging technologies and innovative development programmes within a technically challenging environment.

Skills & Experience Required

We're interested in speaking with candidates who have:

• A degree or equivalent experience in a mathematically focused discipline such as Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science.
• Experience developing, researching or supporting algorithms within an industrial or research environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• An interest in applying advanced technologies to real-world engineering challenges.

Desirable Technical Knowledge

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be beneficial:

Domain Knowledge

• Flight Dynamics
• Aerodynamics
• Autonomous Systems
• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Actuation Systems
• Servo Systems
• Sensors & Navigation Technologies

Algorithm Development

• Control Theory (Classical or Modern)
• Guidance Algorithms
• Navigation Algorithms
• Data Fusion
• Tracking
• Machine Learning

Software & Modelling Tools

• MATLAB
• Simulink
• Python
• C/C++
• PyTorch
• OpenAI Gym/Universe
• Model-Based Design Toolsets

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme
• Generous pension contribution
• Overtime opportunities
• Additional flexible leave allowance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Healthcare cash plan
• Excellent on-site facilities
• Long-term career development opportunities within a highly specialised engineering environment [Algorithm

If you're passionate about advanced algorithm development, autonomous technologies and solving complex engineering problems, we'd love to hear from you.

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