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The Senior Algorithm Engineer role in GCN (Guidance, Control, and Navigation) is a highly visible, strategic position, working with a highly capable technical team. This role presents a rare opportunity for hands-on technical involvement, research and strategy steering, without line management duties. Salary: Up to £65,000, depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: 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. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: As a Senior Algorithm Specialist you will develop your expertise both at a detailed Guidance & Control design level, and up through the higher architectural levels, where you can demonstrate a capability for rigorous system analysis and management of complexity. You will influence the current and future direction for design and testing of sophisticated missile Guidance & Control (G&C) systems, spanning specialist algorithms, real-time architecture, and complex equipment including RF & IR seekers, inertial sensors, actuators, propulsion (turbojets, ramjets and thrust-vectored rockets), and interfaces to surface and air launch platforms. You will have the opportunity to collaborate widely across departmental, directorate and national boundaries, and to be involved across multiple programmes at various points in their respective lifecycles, from the early research and concept stages through to full-scale development and guided flight trials. What we're looking for from you: Theoretical knowledge and extensive experience of aerospace guidance, control and navigation specification, analysis, algorithm design & implementation, real time architecture and verification Ability to bound the scope of an engineering problem and to express the design challenge in terms of clear unambiguous design requirements/objectives Managing complexity by identifying major drivers in a large, inter-connected engineering system Able to cross-verify complex systems and system models against underlying theory Communicating complex or conceptually difficult ideas clearly Diagnosing abnormalities in an engineering system both physically and virtually through computer modelling and simulation(Matlab & Simulink) Influencing technically when there are other factors driving teams A particular interest in applications with control experience, preferably applied flight control, bit this is not essential Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given 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. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more 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. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Senior Ecologist (or Principal Ecologist) Location: Hennock, Devon Salary: 33,000 - 50,000 DOE Benefits: Hybrid Working + Flexible Hours + TOIL + Progression + Generous Holiday Package + Professional Development We are working with a respected and growing UK consultancy that is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Ecologist to join their Hennock, Devon team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecology consultant who is looking for a role with genuine progression, a varied project portfolio and the chance to take on more technical, project management and client-facing responsibility. The company works across a wide range of ecology, planning, infrastructure, development and environmental projects, offering strong technical support, flexible working and a positive team culture. The Role: As a Senior / Principal Ecologist, you will be involved in the delivery of a broad range of ecological projects across Devon and the South West. Your responsibilities will include: Managing and delivering ecology projects from inception through to completion across Devon and the South West Undertaking and coordinating protected species and habitat surveys Preparing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, protected species reports and mitigation strategies Supporting clients through the planning and development process throughout Devon and the South West Managing project budgets, deadlines and workloads Liaising with clients, stakeholders, contractors and internal teams Supporting junior members of the ecology team through mentoring and technical guidance Providing input into BNG, UKHab surveys, habitat assessments and ecological mitigation Assisting with business development and work-winning where appropriate Ideal Candidate: Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology or a related subject Strong experience within a UK ecology consultancy Experience managing ecology projects, budgets and deadlines Confident producing and/or reviewing technical ecology reports Good knowledge of UK protected species legislation and the planning system Experience with PEAs, EcIAs, protected species surveys and mitigation BNG, UKHab and habitat condition assessment experience would be beneficial Protected species licences, such as bat or GCN, would be desirable but are not essential CIEEM membership, or working towards this, would be advantageous Full UK driving licence This role would suit an experienced Senior Ecologist looking to progress, or an established Principal Ecologist seeking a new opportunity with a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy. Benefits: Competitive salary of 38,000 - 55,000 DOE Hybrid working Flexible working hours TOIL Generous holiday package Pension scheme Ongoing professional development Clear progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Varied and high-quality project work If you are interested in this Senior / Principal Ecologist position, please APPLY NOW or contact Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment for a confidential chat.