Degree Apprentice Software Engineering

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace company is seeking an Apprentice Software Engineer in Barrow-in-Furness. You will support software applications' design and security analysis while working collaboratively with teams. The role offers a starting salary of £23,493 with progression opportunities and includes a comprehensive benefits package like health plans and employee share schemes.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths, English & a Science/Technical Subject.
• 3 A-levels (or equivalent) in Maths and Engineering/Science subjects.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages and security principles.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, testing, and implementation of software applications.
• Assist with security analysis and vulnerability assessments.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative digital solutions.
• Produce technical documentation and ensure compliance.

Skills

Software design

Java programming

C# programming

C++ programming

Web platforms

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative skills

Education

5 GCSEs at grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths, English, and a Science/Technical Subject

3 A-levels at grade C or above including Maths and Engineering/Science or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Apprentice Software Engineer

Location

Barrow-in-Furness (Cumbria)

Salary

Starting from £23,493 per annum with annual progression through the scheme duration

What you’ll be doing

• You will support the design, development, testing, and implementation of software applications using technologies such as Java, C#, C++, and web platforms
• Assisting with security analysis, vulnerability assessments, and the integration of secure engineering solutions into products and systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and secure digital solutions
• 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
• 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 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 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. Click here 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).