BAE Systems - Graduate Data Science Researcher

BAE Systems; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking a Graduate Data Science Researcher based in Chelmsford. In this role, you will harness data to solve critical challenges and drive innovation from day one. Candidates should have a minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree related to data science. The program offers a competitive salary starting at £34,000, along with a flexible benefits package and strong career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree must be in a subject related to data science.
• Ability to tackle critical challenges in a high-tech environment.
• Must be willing to engage in continuous learning and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Utilize data to solve complex challenges.
• Drive innovation and contribute to impactful projects.
• Participate in a supportive and collaborative culture.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree

Job description

BAE Systems - Graduate Data Science Researcher

Salary: £34,000 + benefits

Deadline: Continuous

Start date: Various

Job type: Graduate Scheme (graduate job)

Location: Chelmsford (South East)

Sectors: Science & Technology, Military & Defence, Research & Analysis

Job title: Graduate Data Science Researcher

Locations: Great Baddow

Salary details: Our starting salary is £34,000, plus a £2,000 welcome payment along with an optional 20% salary advance. Plus a flexible package of benefits to suit your lifestyle.

What you'll be doing

Kickstart your Data Science career at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, where you'll harness data to solve critical challenges, drive innovation, and make an impact in a dynamic, high-tech environment.

What’s in it for you?

• On a BAE Systems graduate programme, you'll launch a career that's truly yours.
• With access to world-class training, your personal and professional networks can flourish while working across intellectually stimulating work with real responsibility from day one.
• You'll receive a flexible benefits package, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme and mentors to help you develop your career.
• When you join us, you'll be choosing a future enhanced by flexibility, innovation and inclusivity - somewhere your work matters.
• It's a supportive, collaborative culture where you'll be given every opportunity to build a varied career, and be empowered to achieve your potential.

Join us - pioneer your future today.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements?

You'll need a minimum 2:2 Bachelor\'s degree in a subject related to your chosen area.

Please note: some roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions and your nationality or place of birth may limit the roles you can undertake.

What is the application process?

What is the application process?

The stages of our application process include: a short online application. If you\'re successful, you\'ll then complete an online assessment with interactive activities, and an on-demand video interview. The next stage is competency-based interview, either virtual or face-to-face.

Why a BAE Systems programme?

Why a BAE Systems programme?

We offer a non-rotational programme that gives you the choice of where you want to specialise - you\'ll to deep-dive into your chosen field and develop your expertise, from day one. You\'ll also have the opportunity to pace your own development over 18-30 months, to suit your lifestyle.

Start Date

Start Date: July or September 2026