Modelling and Simulation Systems Engineer

Modelling and Simulation Systems Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire 6 months Great rates £ (Inside IR35) 37.5 hours per week/4 Day Work Week Option We are seeking two Contract Systems Engineers with a focus on Modelling & Simulation. Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. What will I be doing? Integrating into numerous wider multi-disciplinary engineering teams in this business area, the applicant will be performing key analyses to support the shared endeavours of each team. The role suits a modelling and simulation engineer wishing to specialise in the high-speed aerodynamic, and aerothermodynamic, modelling of systems. The successful applicant will have a rewarding engineering career in a highly stimulating defence world. The specific role will include a range of modelling and systems engineering activities such as: General external flow aerodynamics modelling. Trajectory modelling. Aerothermodynamics modelling. Thermal response modelling. Model optimisation/calibration. Ground Trials Analysis. What skills will I need? Experience of numerical modelling / computational methods. Basic understanding of statistical methods. Educated to degree level either through education or career experiential learning with exposure to aeronautical/aerospace engineering. Good computer skills including Windows and Linux operating systems. Clear and concise report writing skills. Good presentation skills. Good team working skills are essential since the role involves working in teams that will be multi-disciplinary. Self-drive will be required in order to deliver programme activities and milestones, and the role will on occasions be customer facing. Strong communication skills required to liaise with Senior Stakeholders both within the company and customers. Experience in working in a classified setting preferred. Willingness to pursue DV Clearance preferred. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com

Location: Ampthill, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/14/2025