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Weapon Systems Algorithms Engineer - Summer Placement

MBDA
£24,460
Bristol

Expected closing date: Monday, 4 January 2027

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Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 10-week summer placement starting June 2027, developing algorithms for weapon systems.
  • Earn £24,460 (pro-rata) with opportunities for paid overtime.
  • Gain experience in a hybrid working environment, with 2-3 days on-site per week.
  • Must be an undergraduate studying Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.

About the Role

As an Algorithm Engineer in the Weapons System Algorithms & Performance (WSAP) team, you will develop and optimise algorithms for weapon systems. Your work will impact emerging and future technologies.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and optimise algorithms for MBDA's weapon systems.
  • Gain visibility into algorithm development, weapon system architecture, performance modelling, and early-stage concepting.
  • Work directly with MBDA project teams to deliver critical algorithm components.
  • Contribute to projects such as Future Combat Air System (FCAS), STRATUS, and DragonFire.
  • Work on areas including routing algorithms, operator decision aids, threat evaluation, multi-weapon co-operation, and machine learning applications.

What We're Looking For

  • Current undergraduate working towards a degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
  • A strong interest in mathematics and applying mathematical techniques to engineering problems.
  • Experience in programming for scientific/engineering applications (e.g. MATLAB, Python) would be an advantage.

Placement Details

  • Duration: 10-week placement
  • Start Date: June 2027
  • Working Pattern: Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site.
  • Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks required.

Benefits

  • Salary: £24,460 (pro-rata)
  • Annual Leave: 5 days
  • Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking
  • Future Opportunities: Potential to secure a graduate role upon successful placement performance.