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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Performance Engineer - **Company:** MBDA S.A.S. - **Location:** Stevenage, UK - **Salary:** £52,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Computer Simulation, MATLAB, Simulink, Technical Data Management Systems - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f698e860a1752e12 ## About the Role Do you have experience in System design? ## Description As a Systems Performance Engineer, within one of our systems engineering teams, you will provide performance prediction and analysis expertise to major defence programmes, developing the latest Complex Weapons capabilities for the UK Armed Forces in response to advanced threats in all domains (Air, Land, Sea). Expect assignments across concept, assessment or demonstration phase contracts, covering one of the MBDA product lines. System Performance is an essential part of the system design process and a key indicator as to whether the design is suitable., The role of a System Performance Engineer is to carry out technical studies to assess performance. Missile performance studies use models of the system to estimate key performance indicators such as range and terminal accuracy, among others, * Plan and conduct technical studies into missile performance, using complex mathematical models, to help the project understand key system design choices * Develop a good understanding of how the wider system affects performance and the knock on impacts of changes to the design * Work with SMEs in Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Lethality, Guidance, Control & Navigation, Seekers (and others) to understand how each of these contribute to system performance * Report performance data in a clear and concise way in internal design reviews and external performance statements to customers * Use your expertise to help to develop training material for new engineers What we are looking for: * Excellent analytical skills * Experience in running and analysing complex computer simulations (e.g. 6 Degrees of Freedom models) * Competent with MATLAB If you have enthusiasm for any of the following, please apply: * Use of mathematical models to assess system behaviour * Data analysis using MATLAB and Simulink (or similar) * Capturing and presenting technical data in a clear and concise for expert and non-expert audiences * Exposure to the physical principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance and control 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, Disability 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 (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-KF1 As a Systems Performance Engineer, within one of our systems engineering teams, you will provide performance prediction and analysis expertise to major defence programmes, developing the latest Complex Weapons capabilities for the UK Armed Forces in response to advanced threats in all domains (Air, Land, Sea). Expect assignments across concept, assessment or demonstration phase contracts, covering one of the MBDA product lines. System Performance is an essential part of the system design process and a key indicator as to whether the design is suitable., * Plan and conduct technical studies into missile performance, using complex mathematical models, to help the project understand key system design choices * Develop a good understanding of how the wider system affects performance and the knock on impacts of changes to the design * Work with SMEs in Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Lethality, Guidance, Control & Navigation, Seekers (and others) to understand how each of these contribute to system performance * Report performance data in a clear and concise way in internal design reviews and external performance statements to customers * Use your expertise to help to develop training material for new engineers What we are looking for: * Excellent analytical skills * Experience in running and analysing complex computer simulations (e.g. 6 Degrees of Freedom models) * Competent with MATLAB If you have enthusiasm for any of the following, please apply: * Use of mathematical models to assess system behaviour * Data analysis using MATLAB and Simulink (or similar) * Capturing and presenting technical data in a clear and concise for expert and non-expert audiences * Exposure to the physical principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance and control ## Related Videos - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)