Exciting opportunity for a HWIL Facility Systems Engineer, in our Hardware-in-the-Loop Team Salary: Up to £46,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are looking for an ambitious engineer with a growth mind-set to join our unique team. If you're the right person for us, you will seek a supportive environment, surrounded by passionate experts, in a driven team delivering a capability to support and optimise missile development. The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL/ HIL) team conduct the most complete test of missiles other than a firing and are MBDA's Missile test track. We design complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow us to 'fire missiles indoors'. As a HWIL Facility Systems Engineer you will be responsible for supporting the simulations, by ensuring facility control systems are fit for purpose. You will be reactive and proactive, providing engineering skills to maintain multiple axis hydraulic motion tables and positioning systems. There will be planned maintenance activities and corrective maintenance in response to unforeseen issues, where flexibility will be required. This is a hands-on role where physical activity is inherent. Missile testing is varied and the skills you will develop will be wide ranging. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the facility simulation systems and equipment. What we're looking for from you: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following skill areas: Understanding of Hydraulic systems Ideally qualified with a Bachelor's Degree (2:1) in Mechanical Engineering/ Mechatronic & Robotic/ Aeronautical/ Electronic. Computer Aided Design experience (CREO an advantage) Able to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings Workshop skills (hand and electrical tools) Psychomotor skills and dextrous Capable of working at height I.T. literate and capable of using Management Information Systems (MIS) Control system theory Able to work on own initiative but contribute ideas to team performance. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Exciting opportunity for a HWIL Facility Systems Engineer, in our Hardware-in-the-Loop Team Salary: Up to £46,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are looking for an ambitious engineer with a growth mind-set to join our unique team. If you're the right person for us, you will seek a supportive environment, surrounded by passionate experts, in a driven team delivering a capability to support and optimise missile development. The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL/ HIL) team conduct the most complete test of missiles other than a firing and are MBDA's Missile test track. We design complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow us to 'fire missiles indoors'. As a HWIL Facility Systems Engineer you will be responsible for supporting the simulations, by ensuring facility control systems are fit for purpose. You will be reactive and proactive, providing engineering skills to maintain multiple axis hydraulic motion tables and positioning systems. There will be planned maintenance activities and corrective maintenance in response to unforeseen issues, where flexibility will be required. This is a hands-on role where physical activity is inherent. Missile testing is varied and the skills you will develop will be wide ranging. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the facility simulation systems and equipment. What we're looking for from you: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following skill areas: Understanding of Hydraulic systems Ideally qualified with a Bachelor's Degree (2:1) in Mechanical Engineering/ Mechatronic & Robotic/ Aeronautical/ Electronic. Computer Aided Design experience (CREO an advantage) Able to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings Workshop skills (hand and electrical tools) Psychomotor skills and dextrous Capable of working at height I.T. literate and capable of using Management Information Systems (MIS) Control system theory Able to work on own initiative but contribute ideas to team performance. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Candidates with a strong C++ Software Engineering/Embedded Software Engineer background ideally from the Defence/Aerospace industry would be suitable for this position. Rate: £67.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage Hybrid/Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Job Description: By embracing the latest software technologies and methods the Development Simulation software department delivers exceptional software solutions for non-production based test systems that meet the unique requirements of the prime software development teams. In addition we also provide equipment simulation systems to support product integration as well as software to support and assist the manufacturing process. The successful candidate will join the development team responsible for building and integrating Real Time test and data capture systems. The role will focus on developing and maintaining software in a Linux environment, working closely with high-speed multi-channel SFPDP cards, Real Time data flows, and complex multi-threaded processing pipelines. Proficient in C++ and with knowledge of C#, you will play a critical part in the design, development, integration, and verification of test software solutions that are central to our system validation and delivery capabilities. Responsibilities: Design and develop Real Time test and capture software on Linux systems using C++. Integrate and interface with high-speed SFPDP cards across multi-channel data pipelines. Architect and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable multi-threaded applications. Define and implement data sequencing and synchronisation logic to support deterministic capture and replay. Work with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and timing alignment between software and capture cards. Lead and contribute to system integration, verification, and testing at both component and system levels. Conduct performance analysis, debugging, and optimisation of Real Time systems. Document architecture, interface definitions, and test procedures to support handover and formal test activities. Skillset/experience required: Extensive experience in C++ development in a Linux environment. Proficiency in C# for tooling, test interfaces, or Windows components as needed. Proven experience working with Real Time data systems, preferably involving SFPDP or other high-speed digital protocols. Demonstrable skills in multi-threaded and concurrent programming. Experience with low-level I/O, DMA, or driver-level interactions with PCIe cards or similar. Familiarity with software sequencing frameworks or custom state machines for test execution. Strong experience with integration, system test, and debugging complex interactions between software and hardware. Strong understanding of software design principles, memory management, and performance optimisation. Experience with version control systems (eg, Git) and CI/CD Desirable Skills: Experience with SFPDP (Serial Front Panel Data Port) specifically in defence, aerospace, or data acquisition contexts. Knowledge of FPGA-based data acquisition systems and synchronisation methods. Familiarity with unit testing frameworks, automated test rigs, or hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) setups. Experience developing or integrating with Real Time operating systems (RTOS) or using Real Time Linux extensions.
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Candidates with a strong C++ Software Engineering/Embedded Software Engineer background ideally from the Defence/Aerospace industry would be suitable for this position. Rate: £67.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage Hybrid/Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Job Description: By embracing the latest software technologies and methods the Development Simulation software department delivers exceptional software solutions for non-production based test systems that meet the unique requirements of the prime software development teams. In addition we also provide equipment simulation systems to support product integration as well as software to support and assist the manufacturing process. The successful candidate will join the development team responsible for building and integrating Real Time test and data capture systems. The role will focus on developing and maintaining software in a Linux environment, working closely with high-speed multi-channel SFPDP cards, Real Time data flows, and complex multi-threaded processing pipelines. Proficient in C++ and with knowledge of C#, you will play a critical part in the design, development, integration, and verification of test software solutions that are central to our system validation and delivery capabilities. Responsibilities: Design and develop Real Time test and capture software on Linux systems using C++. Integrate and interface with high-speed SFPDP cards across multi-channel data pipelines. Architect and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable multi-threaded applications. Define and implement data sequencing and synchronisation logic to support deterministic capture and replay. Work with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and timing alignment between software and capture cards. Lead and contribute to system integration, verification, and testing at both component and system levels. Conduct performance analysis, debugging, and optimisation of Real Time systems. Document architecture, interface definitions, and test procedures to support handover and formal test activities. Skillset/experience required: Extensive experience in C++ development in a Linux environment. Proficiency in C# for tooling, test interfaces, or Windows components as needed. Proven experience working with Real Time data systems, preferably involving SFPDP or other high-speed digital protocols. Demonstrable skills in multi-threaded and concurrent programming. Experience with low-level I/O, DMA, or driver-level interactions with PCIe cards or similar. Familiarity with software sequencing frameworks or custom state machines for test execution. Strong experience with integration, system test, and debugging complex interactions between software and hardware. Strong understanding of software design principles, memory management, and performance optimisation. Experience with version control systems (eg, Git) and CI/CD Desirable Skills: Experience with SFPDP (Serial Front Panel Data Port) specifically in defence, aerospace, or data acquisition contexts. Knowledge of FPGA-based data acquisition systems and synchronisation methods. Familiarity with unit testing frameworks, automated test rigs, or hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) setups. Experience developing or integrating with Real Time operating systems (RTOS) or using Real Time Linux extensions.
Simulation Engineer - Hardware-in-the-Loop Location: Hybrid working - typically four days per week on-site About the Role We are seeking an analytical and innovative Simulation Engineer to join our Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team. This role involves designing, developing, and running advanced, closed-loop simulations that integrate real hardware with virtual environments to validate and improve complex systems. Working in a cutting-edge test facility, you will create high-fidelity simulations to replicate operational scenarios, enabling performance testing, system validation, and trial preparation. Key Responsibilities Design and develop real-time simulations for system performance testing Abstract complex technical detail to understand system behaviours Develop software plug-ins to support and enhance simulation capability Work within Linux environments and program in C/C++ Integrate hardware and software systems, troubleshoot interfaces, and optimise performance Analyse performance results and produce clear technical reports What We're Looking For We welcome applicants with broad engineering experience and an interest in real-time systems. Skills in the following areas would be advantageous: Real-time software design Linux operating systems C/C++ programming Systems integration and debugging Performance analysis of complex systems About You You enjoy solving complex engineering problems, have strong analytical skills, and are comfortable working with both software and hardware. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to projects with real-world impact.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Simulation Engineer - Hardware-in-the-Loop Location: Hybrid working - typically four days per week on-site About the Role We are seeking an analytical and innovative Simulation Engineer to join our Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team. This role involves designing, developing, and running advanced, closed-loop simulations that integrate real hardware with virtual environments to validate and improve complex systems. Working in a cutting-edge test facility, you will create high-fidelity simulations to replicate operational scenarios, enabling performance testing, system validation, and trial preparation. Key Responsibilities Design and develop real-time simulations for system performance testing Abstract complex technical detail to understand system behaviours Develop software plug-ins to support and enhance simulation capability Work within Linux environments and program in C/C++ Integrate hardware and software systems, troubleshoot interfaces, and optimise performance Analyse performance results and produce clear technical reports What We're Looking For We welcome applicants with broad engineering experience and an interest in real-time systems. Skills in the following areas would be advantageous: Real-time software design Linux operating systems C/C++ programming Systems integration and debugging Performance analysis of complex systems About You You enjoy solving complex engineering problems, have strong analytical skills, and are comfortable working with both software and hardware. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to projects with real-world impact.
