Electrical Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026

MBDA UK Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization in Stevenage is offering an Electrical Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship starting in September 2026. The role includes fully funded university studies in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and offers hands-on experience in various engineering placements. Ideal candidates should have 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, along with relevant A levels or BTEC qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits apply.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Paid travel expenses

25 days annual leave

Annual pay reviews

Study leave during exams

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English, Maths, and a Science or Technology subject.
• 3 A levels minimum in Maths and either Physics or Technology/Engineering.
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma with Distinction in Further Maths module is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Joining the Electronic Engineering department.
• Studying toward a BEng (Hons) degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Rotational placements within various engineering functions.

Skills

Interest in practical engineering work

Willingness to learn

Education

5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 including English Language and Mathematics

3 x A levels or equivalent qualifications with 120 UCAS Tariff points

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026

Salary: £18,750 plus a £3,000 joining bonus.

Work Location: MBDA Stevenage

Learning Provider Location: University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 23RD JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES)

What we can offer you:

• Fully funded qualification starting September 2026
• Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study
• Annual pay reviews
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
• Study leave during exam periods

The opportunity

Join the Electronic Engineering department for a chance to play a fundamental role in bringing together MBDA's missile systems: designing and integrating the electronics that drive our Weapon Control Units, Actuators, Telemetry & Communication Systems and more.

Our four-year programme for Electrical Engineering Apprentices is a fantastic opportunity for you to join an accredited engineering scheme that has developed some of the leading engineering apprentices in the UK.

The Electronic Engineering function manages the design and delivery of high technology electronic products for our projects. Our expertise includes:

• On board missile equipment such as weapon controllers, fin actuators, safety systems and data links
• Firing control units for land, naval and airborne platforms
• Automatic test equipment
• Electrical equipment
• Training simulators
• Countermeasures equipment

This opportunity would suit anyone that has a keen interest in how things work and is looking to learn and shape a career around a practical skill. We are looking for someone with a love for hands-on work, who wants to contribute to the delivery of our products.

Programme structure

You will study towards a BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering at The University of Hertfordshire for 4 years, which will be fully funded by MBDA.

Your work week will consist of one day study leave to attend university, with the remaining four days completing rotational placements within the Electronic Engineering department as well as Mechanical Engineering and more general placements, such as ISP and datalinks. You'll get some lab experience, as well as the opportunity to create programs for SMT line and NPI work (New Product Introduction). You'll also have the opportunity to complete external placements outside of MBDA, with our external contractors and suppliers.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join an apprenticeship scheme that has developed winners of some of the most prestigious apprenticeship awards in the UK!

What we're looking for from you

This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying otherwise your application will not be considered. If you are currently studying and predicted to meet these requirements by the start date you are welcome to apply.

GCSEs:

• 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4

This must include:

• English Language
• Mathematics
• Any Science or Technology subject

After GCSEs:

After your GCSEs you must have completed one of the following and achieved 120 UCAS Tariff points:

• 3 x A levels at minimum grade C including Maths and either Physics or a Technology/Engineering subject
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering at a minimum grade of DDM including a Distinction in Further Maths module.
• T-Level at Merit or Distinction in an Engineering subject

Please note: We look at entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points gained from an Extended Project Qualification. Additionally, as an employer we set our own entry criteria based on the requirements of this role. This means that the criteria above may differ from the university.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

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