Lockheed Martin
Modelling & Simulation Engineer

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Modelling & Simulation Systems Engineer
Ampthill, Bedfordshire, UK
£39,000 - £48,000 + Comprehensive Benefits + Bonus
37.5 hours per week, with 4 day working week option
Fully on site based role due to Security Clearances required.
We are urgently seeking to recruit a number of Modelling & Simulation Systems Engineers, to be based predominantly on-site at our Ampthill, Bedfordshire offices, in a permanent capacity.
The role suits a Modelling and Simulation Engineer wishing to specialise in the high-speed aerodynamic and aerothermodynamic, modelling of systems.
About the Role
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers.
We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.
Responsibilities
Integrating into numerous wider multi-disciplinary engineering teams in this business area, the applicant will be performing key analyses to support the shared endeavours of each team.
The role suits a modelling and simulation engineer wishing to specialise in the high-speed aerodynamic, and aerothermodynamic, modelling of systems.
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The successful applicant will have a rewarding engineering career in a highly stimulating defence world.
You will be responsible to the Programme Chief Engineer. Specific role scope will be subject to assigned programme but will include a range of modelling and systems engineering activities such as:
- General external flow aerodynamics modelling.
- Trajectory modelling.
- Aerothermodynamics modelling.
- Thermal response modelling.
- Model optimisation/calibration.
- Ground Trials Analysis.
- Design of Experiments
- Model Based Systems Engineering
- Signature analysis
Requirements
Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria: DV Clearance will be required for the role - applicants should either already hold a DV or being prepared to go through an application immediately.
Required skills:
- Experience of numerical modelling / computational methods.
- Basic understanding of statistical methods.
- Educated to degree level either through education or career experiential learning with exposure to aeronautical/aerospace engineering.
- Good computer skills including Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Clear and concise report writing skills.
- Good presentation skills.
- Good team working skills are essential since the role involves working in teams that will be multi-disciplinary.
- Self-drive will be required in order to deliver programme activities and milestones, and the role will on occasions be customer facing.
- Strong communication skills required to liaise with Senior Stakeholders both within the company and customers.
- Experience in working in a classified setting preferred.
- A key requirement of this role is the ability to obtain and maintain a high‑level security clearance.
- If you do not currently hold the required clearance, we can support you through the application process.


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Qualifications and Experience
LMPeople Qualifications and Experience :
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree.
- Considered experienced, but still a learner.
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job requirements.
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