BAE Systems - Undergraduate Electronic Engineer

BAE Systems; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A global defense and security company in Chelmsford is seeking an Undergraduate Electronic Engineer for a 12-month placement. This role offers hands-on experience in developing advanced technologies and global security systems. Applicants should be on track for a minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree in any subject. Join the collaborative culture at this leading firm, where flexibility and inclusivity are priorities.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Access to world-class training

Mentorship and networking opportunities

Qualifications

• On track to receive a minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree in any subject.
• Familiarity with basic engineering principles.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the development of advanced technologies.
• Contribute to safeguarding critical systems and global security.
• Participate in training and mentoring activities.

Skills

Hands-on industry experience

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Education

Minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree

Job description

BAE Systems - Undergraduate Electronic Engineer

Salary: £24,300 + benefits

Deadline: Continuous

Start date: June 2026

Job type: Graduate Scheme (graduate job)

Location: Chelmsford (South East)

Sectors: Engineering, Computing & IT, Science & Technology, Military & Defence

Job title

Undergraduate Electronic Engineer

Locations

Great Baddow

Salary

Our starting salary is £24,300 pro rata. Plus a flexible package of benefits to suit your lifestyle.

What you\'ll be doing

On our 12 month undergraduate placement at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence you\'ll be involved in the development of advanced technologies that safeguard critical systems and protect the future of global security.

What\'s in it for you

On a BAE Systems undergraduate 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, the ability to connect with other undergraduates and mentors. You\'ll gain practical experience and expert insight you can take with you on the next step of your career journey.

Best of all, you could find yourself with a conditional offer to join our graduate programme. 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

You'll need to be on track to receive a minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree in any subject.

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?

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?

Our one-year programme will give you the chance to get hands-on industry experience and a deep insight into life at BAE Systems.