Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer - Graduate Programme 2027

MBDA UK; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus

Hybrid working

25 days leave

Pension up to 14%

Overtime paid

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA UK is offering a Graduate EMC Engineer position for 2027. The role blends hands-on testing in a state-of-the-art EMC facility with project consultancy across MBDA. Candidates will gain experience testing missiles and subsystems while developing EMC expertise.

The programme runs with a 2-3 day on-site hybrid pattern and requires a degree in EMC / Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Physics (2:2). A joining bonus and progression opportunities accompany a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in EMC / Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Physics or a related field to a minimum of 2:2.

Responsibilities

• Assist EMC/RE team in testing MBDA missiles and subsystems.
• Work hands-on in the EMC facility and contribute to design and testing.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure EMC best practices across programmes.
• Support BPSS security screening process during recruitment.

Skills

EMC knowledge

Hands-on testing

Education

Degree in EMC / Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Physics (2:2)

Tools

EMC test equipment

Job description

Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer - Graduate Programme 2027 Bridge the gap between high-level consultancy and hands on testing in a role that offers the best of both worlds! Salary: £31,900 plus a £3000 joining bonus Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2-3 days per week on site due to workload classification 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. This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Monday 2nd November 2026 but may close earlier depending on application volumes.

What we can offer you:

• 2 year Programme: Starting September 2027
• Annual Salary Review
• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.

The opportunity:

The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Radiation Effects (RE) department is split between a test team working hands on in our state-of-the-art EMC facility to simulate environments, and a highly skilled project consultancy team that is embedded across all projects within MBDA to ensure good EMC practice & design. You'll gain experience within both teams, including hands on testing of MBDA's missiles, subsystems and equipment in our accredited EMC Test Facility. Our facilities are amongst the best in the world and include 3 anechoic and 2 reverberation chambers - with capabilities to be further increased through a brand-new test facility, opening in 2027! This programme is structured to also provide you the opportunity to get involved in what we do elsewhere in the company. Depending on your preference, this could include being based at one of our other UK sites in Stevenage and Bolton. The role will allow you to work within a technically challenging area of MBDA, and at the end of the programme you'll move in to one of the teams you've experienced.

What's you'll gain:

Work in a technical results-oriented function.

Benefit from working among experienced test and project EMC engineers.

Benefit from specific formal and informal training that will aid your personal development.

Gain practical, hands‑on experience with real hardware.

Work on a range of products across all MBDA projects, which could include missiles and weapon systems.

Potentially travel, to support EMC activities external to MBDA (integration support, other facilities).

What we’re looking for from you:

Degree qualified in EMC / Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Physics or a related field to a minimum of 2:2

Our company:

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee‑led networks, examples include:

• Gender Equality
• Pride
• Menopause Matters
• Parents and Carers
• Armed Forces
• Ethnic Diversity
• Neurodiversity
• Disability
• and more.

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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What we do matters. Because defence matters. As a leading company in the defence industry we support our nations by delivering essential military capabilities, both for today and the future. We are proud to be an award-winning employer and are proud of the growing diversity of our workforce. Our people are the ones who drive our constant innovation and deliver against challenging targets. Whatever your background, we welcome your application to MBDA UK and look forward to speaking with you soon.