Engineer - Stealth Technology (Electromagnetics)

Job description

Engineer - Stealth Technology (Electromagnetics)

Do you have a real passion for electromagnetics and advanced computation techniques? Would you like to actively support the development of the Low Observable (LO) aspects of our current and next generation airborne platforms? We currently have a vacancy for a Stealth Technology (Electromagnetics) Engineer at our site in Warton/Filton.

As a Stealth Technology (Electromagnetics) Engineer, you will be working within a specialist team where you will develop experience and expertise in applying Electromagnetic principles to the design of the LO aspects of our airborne platforms. You will have the opportunity to interact with and learn from a wide-range of technical experts in the wider Airframe team.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to interact with and learn from a wide-range of technical experts and to develop a fulfilling career and personally rewarding experience across all aspects of the lifecycle within a supportive team environment.

Your main responsibilities as a Stealth Technology (Electromagnetics) Engineer will involve:

Supporting your team in the delivery of the team objectives in accordance with time, cost and quality

Supporting the definition of the Low Observable (LO) elements of vehicle configuration options

Participating in the design of the LO elements of vehicle design

Supporting the specification, monitoring, and analysis of Radar Cross Section (RCS) tests and InfraRed (IR) tests to support LO design activities

Carrying out theoretical and analytical RCS and IR computations to support LO Design activities

Your skills and qualifications as a Stealth Technology (Electromagnetics) Engineer:

Degree STEM subject (Physics, Mathematics, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, System Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computational Modelling) or equivalent experience/product expertise

An understanding of the overall systems engineering lifecycle

Experience working within a large, complex, multi-project environment

Knowledge of and understanding of Design IT tools e.g. CAD systems

Understanding of electromagnetics - desirable

What we're looking for in you:

You will have a real passion for this field and a desire to develop a career as an engineering specialist in this area. You will have an aptitude for technical problem solving and decision making with excellent communication skills and an ability to work flexibly as part of a team.

Location: Warton/Filton

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Air

BAE Systems Air brings together the company's international capabilities and expertise to respond to customers' current and future requirements, and compete for international export and collaborative opportunities. In the UK, BAE Systems Air has an unrivalled track record and expertise in the development, delivery and support of military air platforms, components and technologies through Typhoon, F-35 Lightning II, Tornado and Hawk.

BAE Systems Air has the capability to provide customers with information superiority through the delivery of actionable intelligence and information, together with the provision of innovative information systems and services. Training is a key enabler to delivering military capability, and at BAE Systems we bring together our expertise in the analysis, design, build and delivery of training solutions into a powerful combination for our military customers around the world.

Working as an integral part of the team delivering information superiority and effective air power, our aim is to provide our customers with the capabilities and intelligence that really matters.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

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Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.