Electro-Optic Systems Engineer Placement - Undergrad

MBDA S.A.S.; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Watford is seeking an Undergraduate Placement in Electro-Optic Seekers & Systems Engineering starting September 2026. This role demands a degree in Physics, Engineering, or Applied Science. With a salary of £23,495, candidates will engage in innovative projects, supporting the Armed Forces and working within a collaborative environment. The position offers valuable hands-on experience across all stages of product design and development, alongside a supportive team.

Benefits

Company bonus based on performance

Pension contribution up to 14%

25 days annual leave plus the option to purchase extra holiday

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Qualifications

• Studying a relevant degree to develop knowledge in electro-optic systems.
• Must be a British citizen or dual UK national for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support major programmes by designing and certifying EO products.
• Generate models for EO systems to predict performance.
• Create synthetic IR imagery for testing different scenarios.

Skills

Interest in electro-optic systems

Team collaboration

Education

Working towards a degree in Physics, Engineering, Electronics, Computing or Applied Science

Job description

A leading defence organisation in Watford is seeking an Undergraduate Placement in Electro-Optic Seekers & Systems Engineering starting September 2026. This role demands a degree in Physics, Engineering, or Applied Science. With a salary of £23,495, candidates will engage in innovative projects, supporting the Armed Forces and working within a collaborative environment. The position offers valuable hands-on experience across all stages of product design and development, alongside a supportive team.