MATLAB Engineer

Summary

Type: Permanent – Full-time / Part-time

Location: Portsmouth / Bristol – Hybrid

Reports to: Head of Engineering

Salary: £55,000+ experience dependent

Security Clearance Requirements: BPSS minimum SC preferable (with the ability to obtain DV clearance)

In line with Metaverse VR Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.

How to Apply

Please send your CV to and reason for application to: recruitment@metaverse-vr.co.uk

About Metaverse VR

Metaverse VR (MVR) is a high technology business that provides immersive training solutions, simulation and defence consultancy. MVR is based at Portsdown Technology Park (Portsmouth) and Almondsbury Business Park (Bristol).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive, growing technology company with strong links to the MOD. Our core team has exceptional knowledge in defence training requirements and we partner with associates who bring subject matter expertise to augment our offering as required.

MVR engages clients through the rapid application of current and emerging technologies, helping them accelerate development and change in the transformation of modern, relevant training solutions. We ensure customer expectations are exceeded through high quality delivery and as an SME, you will make a real difference to MVR’s success and the security of our customers.

We invest in employee development and recognition, and have a strong commitment to nurture talented, ambitious employees who enable us to continuously improve our performance and maintain competitive advantage.

Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the MATLAB Engineer provides support to Metaverse VR (MVR) projects.

Responsibilities include:

Design, development and implementation of complex system models in accordance with best practices in MATLAB
Working closely with the Systems Engineering and development teams to ensure that all Algorithms and simulation developments can be realised within technical products.
Preparing technical material to document code, algorithms and simulation results and present the information at technical reviews.
Applying mathematical principles to develop physics models of real-world systems.
Assisting in the development and ongoing maintenance of internal MVR Engineering Processes

Ideally, the candidate will predominantly be a practitioner in the left-hand side of the Vee lifecycle, including:

Requirement decomposition.
Logical, functional, and physical architectures
Systems Modelling Language (using Enterprise Architect)
Analytical approach and able to develop physics mathematical models in support of development implementation (use of MatLab)

Specialist Knowledge and Essential Skills

Essential Skills:

Proven experience in the use of MATLAB, Simulink and Simscape to design, develop and implement complex systems by creation of high fidelity mathematical models
Experience in modelling drone functional behaviour including:
- High fidelity drone simulation in MATLAB.
- Design, implementation and test of flight control systems in Simulink and Simscape.
- Ability to develop and test autonomous control algorithms including path planning, obstacle avoidance and sensor fusion.
- Data Acquisition from drone flight tests.
Development of drone synthetic environments including wind, temperature, GPS, signal strength models.
Experience in Integration, Test and Verification and ‘selling off’ the verification information to stakeholders
An understanding of synthetic training solutions
Knowledge of agile methodologies, tools and techniques
Experience in technical report and documentation writing, and the subsequent presentation of these to internal and external stakeholders
Understanding of the system engineering lifecycle and associated principles
Familiarity with Systems Engineering processes, tools and techniques

Why Apply to MVR?

Joining MVR, you will be given the chance to be a part of a successful and growing team, that is going from strength to strength. We’ll also give you the opportunity to:

Work in a state-of-the-art office, with access to all this offers
Enjoy a relaxed friendly and supportive working environment
25 days Annual Leave, Birthday Day off + Bank Holidays and annual increments (option to buy additional 5 days AL after 1yr employment)
Be involved in growing and defining MVR’s working processes and working practices
Define MVRs Culture and Values

In addition, we will offer you:

Competitive Salarynegotiable dependant on experience
Family Medical cover
Family Dental cover
5 additional Reservist Volunteering days on full pay
2 Volunteering days on full pay
Pension NEST 7%
Cycle to Work Scheme
EV Scheme
Career Development opportunities and career progression pathways
Employee Assistance Package
Company Annual Socials and Wellbeing Initiatives

Here at MVR, we take great pride in promoting an inclusive environment where individuals from all backgrounds are empowered to perform to their best and contribute to our organisations rapid growth and achievements. We believe in building a diverse team that reflects our core values and commitment to excellence.

Our recruitment and selection process is fair and merit-based, focusing on an individual’s skills, experience, and alignment with MVR’s values and standards. This ensures that every team member is valued and can make a meaningful impact, drive innovation and be a part of the success or our forward-thinking organisation.

In line with Metaverse VR Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.

How to Apply

Please send your CV to and reason for applcation to: recruitment@metaverse-vr.co.uk

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3.05, Innovation and Collaboration Hub,
Portsdown Technology Park, North Hill, Portsmouth, PO6 3RU
Tel: +44 (0) 2393 552794
Email: comms@metaverse-vr.co.uk