Tasks and responsibilities
At the Surface & AeroSpace Warfare department, you will participate in technical-scientific research projects aimed at supporting the Ministry of Defence—particularly the Navy—in making better decisions. This can happen on many fronts, from the procurement and maintenance of equipment on board ships to the planning and execution of operations. Together with your colleagues, you will analyze qualitative and quantitative data (obtained through simulations you conduct), develop concepts and
Candidate profile
At a minimum, a completed university-level Master’s degree (WO-Master) in Aerospace Engineering (with a focus on space mission design or certain tracks within control & simulation ) or Mechanical Engineering (WTB) (in a specialization that involves modeling the physical movement of large objects such as rockets, aircraft, etc.).
Experience in Java (or alternatively C++ ).
Experience in Python .
Demonstrated affinity with defense , particularly the navy .
Demonstrated interest in optimization problems .
Projects / thesis work indicating experience in modeling motion equations, such as flight dynamics.
We understand that this is a tall order—essentially looking for a "sheep with many legs"—so we’re aiming for someone who meets at least 3 or 4 of the above points.
Typically:
Point 6 (modeling motion equations) can be seen as an alternative to Point 1 (specific academic background), and we’re currently very strict about this because we are not looking for analysts (so no Econometricians and/or Operations Research candidates).
Point 2 (Java experience) is also somewhat harder to find, but must be present if Point 1 or Point 6 is lacking, as these are the two core competencies that take the most time to develop.
Point 4 (affinity with defense/navy) is a nice bonus, but not often seen in entry-level applicants, and we're less strict on this.
For the current needs of the team, Point 5 (affinity with optimization) is less important and mainly a “nice to have.”
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