Graduate Software Engineer

BAE Systems.; Carnforth; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Graduate Air Software Engineer, where you'll create cutting-edge software for advanced platforms. This role offers a permanent contract with hybrid working arrangements, competitive salary, and various benefits. Be part of a diverse team dedicated to innovation in the aerospace sector.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.2 in Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Creating software for platforms, involved in the entire product lifecycle.
• Addressing engineering issues, including design and testing.
• Delivering solutions for complex, real-time systems.

Skills

Software Development

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering

Job description

Length of contract

Permanent contract

Start date (dd Month Year)

13th April 2026

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement, you'll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Software Development / Electronic Engineering or a related subject.

Description

Job title: Graduate Air Software Engineer

Location: Warton/Samlesbury (Lancashire)

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements; however, for this role, you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

What you'll be doing:

1. Creating cutting-edge software for our platforms and being involved in the entire lifecycle of a product, from concept, design, and development through to delivery and maintenance in service.
2. Contributing to addressing engineering issues on a programme, encompassing requirements capture/evaluation, systems and software design, software implementation, software unit and integration testing, qualification, and certification, as well as defect investigation and resolution.
3. Delivering software solutions for highly complex, real-time systems and software platforms.
4. Articulating a strong understanding of multiple software development lifecycles and their application in safety-critical environments.

Benefits:

Alongside a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, a 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 Air Team:

We have a proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. Our operations span globally, supporting the design, production, and provision of aircraft including Typhoon, F-35, and Tempest.

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, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented communities, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your assessment performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth can limit your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles require higher levels of security vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency, depending on the vetting level needed for the role.