Algorithm Engineer – Defense/Aerospace

 

 

Join a specialist team developing advanced algorithms at the core of next-generation Autonomous Systems, Guided Weapons, and ML-enabled defense technologies.
You’ll contribute to high-impact program across the full engineering lifecycle — from early-stage research and feasibility studies through to development, trials, and in-service enhancement. Focus areas include navigation, guidance, tracking, sensor/data fusion, and machine learning.

 

 

 

Key requirements:

Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm development and simulation
Degree or PhD in a technical discipline such as Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
Experience in one or more of:Autonomous decision-making and control systems
Navigation, estimation, or tracking algorithms (e.g. Kalman filtering, SLAM)
AI/ML, including real-time implementation and model validation
Verification & validation of complex algorithms in mission-critical systems

 

 

 

What’s on offer:

Hybrid/flexible working and multiple career pathways (technical or managerial)
Cross-disciplinary collaboration on critical national defence programmes
Exposure to complex systems: RF/IR seekers, inertial sensors, thrust vectoring, and more
Candidates must be eligible for UK SC (Security Check) clearance.

 

 

Apply now to work at the forefront of defense innovation.

 

 

If you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three – five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch.

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