Modelling and Simulation Lead
Core
Lead the development and growth of a Modelling & Simulation capability supporting mission autonomy programmes, uncrewed aircraft, and advanced autonomous technologies.
Role type
Senior IC modelling and simulation lead (defence autonomy)
Builds
Distributed real-time simulation environments for autonomy development, testing, and verification
Domain
Defence, aerospace, robotics, autonomy
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
C++ development, systems integration, software architecture, real-time distributed simulation, Python, Linux, hardware-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop, CI/CD, automation
Preferred skills
Defence industry experience, autonomous systems/robotics expertise, AFSIM/NGTS frameworks, containerised deployment (Docker/Kubernetes), capability growth leadership
Technologies
C++, Python, Linux, AFSIM, NGTS, Docker, Kubernetes
Responsibilities
Architect and develop distributed real-time simulation environments; Develop and integrate C++ software for modelling and simulation; Mentor and develop engineers; Drive simulation architecture and technical decision-making; Support hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop development; Contribute to strategic technical planning and future technology direction
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities