FAQs
What are the residency requirements to apply for this position?
You must have a minimum of five years of UK residency to apply.
Is prior experience in electronic warfare systems required?
No, prior domain knowledge in electronic warfare systems or significant experience in engineering is not required. We are looking for candidates willing to build their technical knowledge through training and mentorship.
What qualifications are preferred for this role?
A PhD, EngD, or other relevant research experience within a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths subject is preferred.
Where are the job locations for this position?
The job is available at Luton, Bristol, and Lincoln.
Is coding experience necessary for this role?
Yes, coding is central to our day-to-day work. Some experience of using a programming language to solve problems or develop models is required, with experience in Matlab and Simulink being an advantage.
What kind of work environment can I expect?
The working environment is fast-paced but relaxed, with a focus on collaboration and autonomy for engineers.
Are there opportunities for professional development?
Yes, you will be supported in your ongoing personal development through training, mentoring, and access to thousands of online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
What benefits does Leonardo offer?
Leonardo offers benefits including flexible working, continuous learning opportunities, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, an award-winning pension scheme, flexible benefits, employee discount schemes, and family-friendly policies.
What kind of projects might I work on?
You might contribute to or lead early concept studies, support data fusion development across multiple sensor types, or develop simulators for test and validation of processing solutions.
What is the nature of the security clearance required for this role?
Due to the nature of our work, you must be capable of achieving a minimum of SC security clearance and will require access to caveated information such as UK eyes only.