Degree Apprentice Cyber Engineering

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Degree Apprentice in Digital and Technology Solutions with a focus on Cyber Engineering. This apprenticeship offers a competitive salary of £23,493 and provides hands-on experience in software development and cyber security. Ideal candidates should have a background in STEM subjects with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join a team dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art technology solutions for the future of submarines.

Benefits

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Employee share plans

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Support the design, development, testing, and implementation of software applications.
• Produce technical documentation and troubleshoot issues.
• Understanding of security principles including risk analysis and threat mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Support security analysis and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop software across multiple languages and platforms.
• Collaborate on real-world Cyber Security projects.

Skills

Java

C#

C++

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths & English

3 A-levels (or equivalent) minimum grade C

Job description

Description

Job Title: Degree Apprentice Digital and Technology solutions Cyber Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Cumbria)

Salary: £23,493 per annum, with annual progression through the scheme duration.

What you'll be doing:

• Support the design, development, testing, and implementation of software applications using technologies such as Java, C#, C++, and web platforms.
• Produce technical documentation, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Programming across multiple languages and operating systems (Java, .NET, Linux, Windows, mobile platforms).
• Software design, development lifecycle, and quality assurance.
• Security principles including risk analysis, threat mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Support with security analysis, vulnerability assessments, and the integration of secure engineering solutions into products and systems.
• Communication, problem-solving, and project collaboration skills.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Digital and Technology Solutions Team:

Kickstart your Cyber Security career by completing a Digital Solutions Apprenticeship where you will work on real-world technically challenging Submarine projects, whilst earning a degree-level qualification. This will support you in gaining hands‑on experience in cyber security and software-based roles, whilst also developing your broader technical skills. This opportunity is perfect for computing enthusiasts with a strong interest in digital solutions. If you're technically minded, adaptable, and ready to grow your expertise, join us and become part of a team shaping the future of Submarines.

The Submarines team:

Our Submarines business has been safely delivering world class submarines to the UK Royal Navy for more than a century.

The Astute class will equip the Royal Navy with its largest and most capable generation of attack submarines. We are responsible for the design, build, test and commissioning of these state‑of‑the‑art vessels. In total, seven boats will make up the fleet, each weighing a mighty 7,400 tonnes.

Dreadnought is the successor to the Vanguard class of nuclear deterrent submarines. We will deliver four submarines to the Royal Navy, with the first submarine entering service in the early 2030s. Dreadnought is widely considered to be one of the world's most complex engineering challenges.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Export Control / Security:

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. For more information on national security vetting levels.

Qualification requirements

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9-4/A*-C which must include Maths & English & a Science/Technical Subject AND 1 of the following: 3 A-levels (or equivalent) at grade C or above. 1 subject must be Maths and 1 subject must be in Engineering or a Science/Technical subject.

OR

An equivalent level 3 vocational qualification (must be a STEM related subject that aligns to the scheme/area you are applying for and worth a minimum of 96 UCAS points).