Senior Scientist

INZPIRE LTD; Malvern; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead advanced radar and electronic warfare research. This role involves complex engineering tasks, developing innovative solutions, and guiding junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radar technologies and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and hybrid working options, making it an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make an impact in defence technology.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in radar and/or passive RF sensing, ideally in a defence context.
• Experience across radar waveform design, signal processing, modelling or algorithm development.
• Ability to lead and coordinate technical work within a specialist team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex radar and electronic warfare engineering tasks.
• Develop and apply advanced signal processing and algorithm solutions.
• Work directly with customers to define requirements and present technical outputs.

Skills

Radar and/or passive RF sensing expertise

Radar waveform design

Signal processing

Strong problem-solving skills

Customer engagement

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF19356

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Scientist at our Malvern site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

Role Overview

As a Senior Scientist, you will lead and deliver advanced radar and electronic warfare research and development, helping to shape the next generation of sensing and RF technologies for defence customers.

Day‑to‑day, you’ll undertake complex technical assignments across radar and EW, providing specialist analysis, developing algorithms and models, supporting customer programmes, and guiding junior team members while working closely with industry and MOD stakeholders to deliver innovative, high‑impact solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex radar and electronic warfare engineering tasks
• Develop and apply advanced signal processing and algorithm solutions
• Support system design, modelling, testing and performance assessment activities
• Work directly with customers to define requirements and present technical outputs
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance within the team
• Contribute to innovation and the development of new capabilities and business opportunities

Essential Experience

• Demonstrable expertise in radar and/or passive RF sensing, ideally in a defence context
• Experience across radar waveform design, signal processing, modelling or algorithm development
• Ability to lead and coordinate technical work within a specialist team
• Strong problem‑solving skills applied to complex, non‑routine technical challenges
• Experience working with customers and stakeholders in a delivery‑focused environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent professional qualification
• Eligibility and willingness to obtain UK Security Clearance, potentially up to DV level

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at Malvern. Hybrid working patterns are available.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and local community

Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed; applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be willing to go through DV Clearance.