Modelling and Simulation Engineer FCAS Synthetics in Warton

Location: Warton – On site

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £44,907+ depending on experience

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

As a Modelling and Simulation Engineer within FCAS Synthetics, you will be delivering a synthetic integration capability, using a Model-Driven Simulation approach to support the FCAS programme through-life. You will be enabling early model integration to increase confidence in designs and reduce risk as we progress through the development lifecycle. As well as this, you will be supporting test & evaluation, certification, and qualification by reducing reliance on physical testing—using models and simulations to generate evidence.

Core Duties:

• Developing and Running Synthetic Fighter Jet Testing Environment
• Developing and Running Pilot-In-The-Loop Simulator for Fighter Jets
• Integrating and Testing Models into Simulation Environment
• Improving Simulator Realism and Usability, including integration of external hardware and software
• Running and Flying the Simulators, tuning and feedback about their performance, and supporting pilot test sessions

Essential Skills:

• A degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science
• Ability to discuss and communicate technical concepts
• Experience in functional programming languages such as: Simulink/Matlab, Python, Java or C#/C++
• Exposure to modelling and simulation tools and/or experience with; Siemens Teamcentre, NI Veristand/LabVIEW, Version control software (GIT), Atlassian Jira/Confluence or Agile workflows. E.g. Scrum / Kanban

The FCAS Synthetics Team:

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to one of the most advanced defence programmes in the world? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Engineer to join our FCAS Synthetics Team, where you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of synthetic environments and digital engineering.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 17th July 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.