SC Cleared - Explosive Blast & Fragmentation Simulation Modeller - 6 m

Hampshire  ‐ Onsite
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SC Cleared - Explosive Blast & Fragmentation Simulation Modeller - 6 month Contract

An experienced explosives blast and fragmentation simulation/modeller with knowledge of the composition and phenomenology of common explosive types is required. Preferably a background that includes chemistry experience and/or a physics background which allows the appreciation of the effects of introducing different materials and chemical mixes to the device make up, as well as understanding basic mechanical principles, and when to apply them.

The contractor will be required to apply their analytical skills in order to interpret physical and numerical data from various blast trials and modelling & simulation activities. They will need to apply their knowledge of mechanics to modelling platforms in order to interpret the effects of blast on vehicles and structures and present the data accordingly whilst working with minimal supervision.

The contractor will work closely with the Networked Sensors and Fusion Team within Sensors and Countermeasures Department and teams within Physical Sciences Department. The research will be in support of the Force Protection Engineering and Parsifal Projects, reporting to the technical leads of these projects.

Essential Criteria

  • Security clearance at SC or above
  • Programming skills
  • A - Level Physics background
  • Ballistics knowledge

Desirable Criteria

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in an applied science or engineering subject.
  • Knowledge & experience of LS Dyna modelling and simulation software
  • Knowledge of military platforms

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Start date
ASAP/December 2011
Duration
6 months
From
Generic Network
Published at
17.11.2011
Project ID:
269339
Contract type
Freelance
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