Positioning, Navigation & Timing (PNT) Modelling & Simulation Scientist/Engineer

Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) capabilities are critical to Defence's ability to understand, decide and act in increasingly contested environments. This role delivers technical research and analysis through the development, application and exploitation of modelling and simulation tools to assess current and future PNT capabilities. Working alongside specialists from across Dstl, industry and academia, you will use modelling, simulation and data analysis to investigate complex technical challenges and generate evidence that informs Defence decision making. The role combines technical delivery, analytical problem solving and scientific rigour to support the development of resilient and assured PNT capabilities for the UK.

Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution

This role is focused on using modelling and simulation to support the development and assessment of Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) technologies for Defence applications.

• You will build, modify and apply models to investigate how PNT systems perform in a range of operational scenarios, analysing complex data and simulation outputs to provide robust technical evidence and recommendations.
• Evaluate models developed both internally and externally, assessing their assumptions, limitations and suitability, while contributing to model verification, validation and technical assurance activities.
• Work closely with scientists, engineers and analysts across Dstl, industry and academia to deliver multidisciplinary research, as well as communicating technical findings through reports, presentations and briefings to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
• Be expected to stay up to date with emerging PNT technologies, modelling techniques and software tools to help address evolving Defence challenges.

For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below.

Degree or equivalent professional experience in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or another relevant STEM discipline.

Open to UK nationals only.

This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk and we will do all we can to support you.

Sifting will take place week beginning 23rd of November.

Interviews will be face-to-face at Dstl Porton Down (SP4 0JQ) and will take place on the week beginning 7th of December.

Interviews will consist of a behavioural and technical interview to include a 10 minute presentation entitled 'Example of the Development and/or Implementation of a Modelling & Simulation Solution to Support Technical Research'

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.