Systems Performance Modelling Engineer

Our client has an opportunity for a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer to join them on a 6-month contract with possible extension. Role: Systems Performance Modelling Engineer Location: Stevenage or Bristol - fully…

Inside IR35 Engineering
Pay rate £85/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 13 October 2026

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Our client has an opportunity for a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer to join them on a 6-month contract with possible extension.

Role: Systems Performance Modelling Engineer
Location: Stevenage or Bristol - fully onsite. 4 day compressed week is possible
Hourly Rate: £85 per hour via an Umbrella company, inside IR35
Hours: 37 per week
Clearance: Full SC required before starting, UK Eyes Only due to project

What you'll be doing:

Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques
Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms
Develop and implement algorithms within the model
Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model
Carrying out seeker performance assessment
Validating model components against real world data and writing up results.
Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model
Upgrading legacy Seeker models to newer MATLAB/Simulink Vectors
Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors
Requirements:

Essential:
Tools:

Simulink
MatlabSkills:

Modelling for auto-coding
Assessing suitability of algorithms in the model
Validating models
Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable)
Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable)
Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable)
RF experience (desirable)
Experience in C (not essential)
Technical report writing
Model delivery experience
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