Engineering Graduate

Lockheed Martin; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious aerospace and defense company in Ampthill is seeking a Graduate Engineer to contribute to manufacturing excellence. The successful candidate will apply engineering principles to practical challenges and manage their workload while receiving mentorship. The role includes competitive salaries, flexible working options, and a wealth of benefits, aiming to shape a rewarding career in a leading organization.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Competitive Pension

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to apply engineering principles to real-world challenges.
• Capable of managing workload within defined constraints.
• Proactive in seeking opportunities to deepen skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to manufacturing teams.
• Plan and manage workload under guidance.
• Liaise between engineering and production for seamless operations.

Skills

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Strong IT skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Problem-solving skills

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Grad

Engineering Graduate

Engineering

Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

As a result of continued success and the award of several major contracts, LMUK Ampthill is entering an exciting phase of growth. We are now seeking high‑calibre Graduate Engineers to join our Manufacturing team, part of the wider Production Operations function.

About Manufacturing at LMUK Ampthill

• Production, Production Control, Materials Planning, and Stores
• Manufacturing Operations Engineering, including Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, and Tooling Engineering

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking ambitious, technically strong individuals who are motivated, adaptable, and eager to contribute to both their own development and the success of our business.

In return, we offer a structured graduate career path with opportunities for technical or managerial progression, supported by professional training and development. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to high ethical standards and an empowering, supportive workplace—alongside a competitive reward package.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

As a Manufacturing Graduate Engineer, you will work alongside experienced Manufacturing Engineers, Production Managers, Specialists, and Team Leaders. You will use engineering principles and process improvement methodologies to drive operational excellence across a wide range of activities. Under the guidance of senior personnel, you will:

• Apply your degree in Engineering or a related discipline to practical, real‑world challenges
• Plan and manage your own workload within defined constraints, supported by technical mentors
• Provide technical assistance to manufacturing teams
• Liaise between engineering and production to support seamless operations
• Develop a strong working knowledge of manufacturing standards, processes, and procedures
• Contribute to achieving production plans, schedules, and cost targets
• Work accurately and independently in a fast‑paced production environment
• Demonstrate a structured, disciplined, and safety‑oriented approach
• Successfully complete the Manufacturing Graduate Programme and all mandatory training
• Utilise strong IT skills across a variety of software tools
• Proactively seek opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your experience
• Apply lateral thinking to generate innovative solutions to complex manufacturing challenges

Who You Are

You bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a passion for engineering. You are ready to learn, ready to contribute, and ready to shape a rewarding career within a leading organisation.

Job Reference Number

17982BR

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

4xFlex

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

SC

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

Yes

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.

We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive Pension
• Dental
• Critical Illness
• Life Assurance
• Travel Insurance
• Employee discounts for top high street shops
• Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counselling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
• Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon‑Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact.

Job Expires

19/11/2026

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