Computational Physics & Signal Processing Consultant

The Role

This is a hands-on technical role focused on analysis, modelling and problem solving.

You will contribute to projects involving:

Computational modelling and simulation

Signal processing and sensing systems

Applied mathematics and optimisation

Data analysis and statistical inference

Algorithm development and evaluation

Decision-support and analytical methods

Digital engineering and model-based approaches

Emerging technologies, including quantum-enabled methods where appropriate

Experimental analysis and model validation

You will typically work as part of multidisciplinary teams led by experienced technical specialists, taking ownership of analytical tasks and technical work packages while developing your consulting and client-facing experience.

Responsibilities

You will:

Develop computational models, simulations and analytical tools.

Analyse experimental, simulated and operational datasets.

Apply mathematical and statistical techniques to solve complex technical challenges.

Support the development and assessment of algorithms for sensing, optimisation, prediction and decision support.

Contribute to technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.

Present technical findings clearly to colleagues and clients.

Support technical research, capability development and internal innovation activities.

Work collaboratively with colleagues from physics, engineering, mathematics and data science backgrounds.

Build expertise across multiple technical domains and application areas.

What We're Looking For

You are likely to have a degree, MSc or PhD in:

Physics

Applied Mathematics

Engineering Physics

Electronic Engineering

Mathematics

Computer Science with a strong quantitative focus

Quantum Technologies

A closely related scientific or engineering discipline

You should have experience in several of the following:

Computational physics

Applied mathematics

Signal processing

Numerical modelling and simulation

Statistical analysis

Optimisation

Scientific computing

Data analysis

Sensor fusion

Machine learning for physical systems

Quantum computing or quantum technologies

Experience with Python, MATLAB, C++, Julia or similar technical computing environments would be advantageous.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be:

Intellectually curious and motivated by solving difficult problems.

Strong analytically, with excellent mathematical foundations.

Comfortable working with data, models and simulations.

Interested in understanding how complex systems behave.

Able to communicate technical ideas clearly and concisely.

Collaborative and eager to learn from experienced colleagues.

Adaptable and comfortable working across different sectors and technical domains.

Pragmatic, creative and willing to tackle unfamiliar challenges.

We are less concerned about your sector background than your ability to apply scientific thinking, learn quickly and deliver high-quality analytical work.

What You'll Gain

This role offers the opportunity to:

Work alongside experienced physicists, mathematicians and engineers.

Apply advanced science to complex, real-world problems.

Build expertise in modelling, simulation, sensing and advanced analytics.

Gain exposure to a diverse range of sectors and technologies.

Develop both technical depth and consulting experience.

Grow into a future technical leadership role within a rapidly developing capability.

If you enjoy solving difficult problems, working with talented technical teams and applying science to meaningful challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples’ working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work.

Our purpose guides how we work with our clients and our teams, and support our communities, to deliver insight and impact, solving the world’s most complex challenges. We're focused on building a workplace that values human difference and diverse mindsets, and a culture of inclusion and equality that unlocks the potential in our people so everyone can be their best self.

Find out more about Life at PA here.

We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits:

• Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family
• 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days
• Generous company pension scheme
• Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives
• Annual performance-based bonus
• PA share ownership
• Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)

We’re committed to advancing equality. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief, veteran status, any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us on recruitmentenquiries@paconsulting.com

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