Software Engineer–Simulation (Simulation) in Fleet

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The Software Engineering and Systems Integration team in the UK is actively working across Defence, Commercial Airplanes, Global Services and Uncrewed technologies. The Software Engineering team works on the development of Synthetic Environment Sub‑systems, Mission Systems Capability, Autonomous Behaviours, enhancement of Ground Control Systems, Technical Publications and various in‑house proprietary tools for the Defence platforms. The team also contributes to Commercial Modification of aircraft, development of Onboard Network Systems, Cabin Interiors and supporting Supplemental Type Certification efforts.

You’ll support Defence and Security domains at the company locations and Customer sites across the UK, including Autonomous Systems, Training and Simulation, Cyber, Space, Intelligence and Security. You will join a rapidly growing Engineering Capability with a culture for development, collaboration and success. Initially you will be assigned to our Simulation Programmes, which operate across the Air, Land and Maritime domains, with future opportunity to develop your interests across the breadth of the Software Engineering portfolio.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports the design, architecture, and development of simulation models, simulation visualizations, virtual environments/platforms and frameworks to enhance test performance, safety, and durability of software and hardware systems throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Supports partnership with stakeholders to review and identify simulation requirements and dynamics of the systems being simulated.
• Supports designing, modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis to assess and optimize overall system performance and capabilities.

Basic Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Proficiency in C++, Lua scripting or one of the similar programming languages.
• Familiarity with physics‑based modelling and simulation system engineering principles.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, BitBucket, etc.).
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with DevOps, Automation and CI/CD concepts.
• Understanding of testing frameworks and unit testing practices.
• Experience working as a Software Simulation Engineer or a similar role.
• Experience across Software Development Lifecycle and Software standards such as ISO 9001.
• Understanding of the distributed interoperability simulation protocols used within defence collective training (e.g., DIS and HLA).
• Understanding and experience of the COTS simulation and training environment development, execution, verification, validation and deployment.
• Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming (OOP) and software design principles.

Location

The primary location for our Engineering teams is Fleet, with the general expectation of minimum 3 days a week in the office. We will also consider applicants who may prefer to be based out of our Bristol offices, and potentially others dependent on the suitability of the candidate.

Your Benefits

• Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
• Industry‑leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
• Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
• Up to $10,000 match when you support your favourite nonprofit organizations.
• Continuous learning – you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• An inclusive culture – you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• Excellent adoption and parental leave options.
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a winter break between Christmas and New Year.
• Pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
• Company‑paid BUPA medical plan.
• Short‑term sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
• Long‑term sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from the 27th week.
• 6 times annual salary life insurance.
• Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development.
• Access to the company’s well‑being programs, tools and incentives.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 06, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.