Electronic Attack and Protection of Ground and Air Platforms

The project will be concerned with studying the delivery and effects of Electronic Attack (EA) using common platform protection techniques. The project will allow the student to acquire unique defence expertise in Electronic Warfare and sensing with radar systems.

Overview

The project is to contribute to a DSTL research programme in Electronic Attack (EA) and platform protection.

The project will be concerned with studying the effects of EA on common military ground and air platforms and investigate methods for increasing attack and protection. The project will allow the student to acquire expertise in sensing with radar systems and develop unique expertise in Electronic Warfare.

What will you Learn

The main objectives of this project are:
• Carry out a review of Electronic Attack and platform protection measures
• Simulate representative engagement scenarios involving air and ground platforms
• Investigate delivery solutions for Radio Frequency EA and platform protection approaches

Location of Study

The student will be physically located at Cranfield University, in the Centre for Electronic Warfare Information and Cyber at Cranfield Defence and Security (CDS). CDS provide unique educational opportunities to the Defence and security sectors of both public and private sector organisations. Based at the UK Defence Academy at Shrivenham in Oxfordshire, CDS is the academic provider to the UK Ministry of Defence for postgraduate education at the Defence Academy, training in engineering, science, acquisition, management and leadership.

Unique Selling Points

Our partner, Dstl, is a proven national asset and an executive agency of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) providing world class expertise and delivering cutting-edge science and technology for the benefit of the nation and its allies. Dstl is one of the principal government organisations dedicated to science and technology in the defence and security field. Dstl supplies specialist services to MOD and wider government, working collaboratively with external partners in industry and academia worldwide, providing expert research, specialist advice and invaluable operational support. Dstl is innovative, collaborative and impactful.

At a glance

• Application deadline31 Jan 2024
• Award type(s)MSc by Research
• Duration of award1 years
• EligibilityUK, EU, Rest of world
• Reference numberCDS064

Entry requirements
To be eligible for these funding, applicants must  pass a baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) check.
This is a DSTL funded project. Funding will cover tuition fees, the purchase of a laptop and a stipend set at the £20,000pa.  Funds will be available for travel to DSTL as required.
Funding
This is a DSTL funded project. Funding will cover tuition fees, the purchase of a laptop and a stipend set at the £20,000pa.  Funds will be available for travel to DSTL as required
How to apply

For information about applications please contact: [email protected] 

A CV and short cover letter justifying your case to secure the opportunity is required.

If you are eligible to apply for this PhD, please complete the online application form.