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.
Study with the University Centre Weston (UCW) will be a blend of day release attendance, e-learning and workplace projects. You can typically expect to be at UCW one day per week; when not studying, you will be working in your home function of Simulation and Modelling and this will typically be onsite at MBDA Bristol for the majority of the rest of the working week.
System modelling is a vital tool used to ensure MBDA provides reliable and cost efficient weapon systems to our customers! We build a variety of dynamic system performance models, embedded systems and real time models for MBDA products. Our models are developed and used extensively throughout the product lifecycle, from feasibility through to service support.
When used internally our performance models allow our system designers to estimate performance which they can use to guide the product design. For our customer, these models provide a method of verifying system performance, whilst reducing reliance on prohibitively expensive testing and trials. Our real time models contribute to training environments for pilots and provide numerous engineering testing capabilities. Once the product is in service, the customer continues to use our models to understand the systems and assist with operator training.
Models of modern weapon systems consist of a large number of automated subsystems integrated together to provide the overall capability. This provides unique challenges when:
As a model developer this means you will often encounter new and exciting challenges which will require you to apply intuition and innovation to optimally tackle!
You will learn how to build simulation software in programming languages/environments such as:
Our teams implement Agile working practices and dynamic working across multiple projects to meet demand, aided by the use of collaborative tools. We work closely with other departments and companies to integrate subsystem models and design data. From these interactions you'll gain a broad understanding of each subsystem that makes up the weapon, and how the system architecture integrates the subsystems to provide an overall capability.
Placements outside the department are also encouraged for our apprentices to gain knowledge of the wider business.
The qualification: You'll study for a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship, Software pathway. Your final award will be a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions.
This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying otherwise your application will not be considered. If you are currently studying and predicted to meet these requirements by the start date you are welcome to apply.
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at minimum grade 4.
This must include:
After your GCSEs you must have completed one of the following and achieved 120 UCAS Tariff points:
Please note: We look at entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points gained from an Extended Project Qualification. Additionally, as an employer we set our own entry criteria based on the requirements of this role. This means that the criteria above may differ from the university.
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.
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.
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