Graduate Complex Systems Engineer

BMT Group Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Graduate Complex Systems Engineer to join their Mission & Complex Systems team. This role offers the chance to work on various Defence-focused projects and support the UK's Armed Forces. Graduates will enhance their engineering skills through a comprehensive development program, gaining significant experience while working directly with clients such as the Royal Navy. The position requires a relevant engineering degree and offers an inclusive and flexible work culture with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Private Medical (family coverage)

Enhanced Pension

18 weeks enhanced maternity pay

Wellbeing Fund

26 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• A relevant Engineering or appropriate STEM degree is required.
• Ambition to work in the UK Defence domain is needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to various Defence-focused projects.
• Support the creation and transition of complex systems into service.
• Work with customers including the Royal Navy and Defence Equipment and Support.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant Engineering or appropriate STEM degree

Job description

BMT is looking for Graduates to join our Mission & Complex Systems engineering team as a Graduate Complex Systems Engineer.

• Are you looking to further your engineering and science knowledge by getting involved with new and varied challenges?
• Are you keen to dive into the technical side of Mission & Complex Systems Engineering?
• Does helping and advising customers with challenging projects in the Defence sector and wider commercial industry excite you?
• Do you like the sound of working with a diverse, collaborative Mission & Complex Systems team to help support the creation, realisation, and transition into service of new Mission & Complex Systems and Defence platforms?
• Do you want to work alongside the UK's Armed Forces to deliver and support cutting edge Mission and Complex System technologies?

If so, this role may be for you. The Mission and Complex Systems team work on many Defence focused projects covering engineering topics such as weapons systems, sensors, communications, information systems, autonomy, command and control, platform and navigation systems, trials and integration, verification and validation, data collection and analysis. Many of our projects are in the Maritime Domain, working with Mission and Complex Systems onboard Royal Navy warships, submarines and auxiliary vessels. We regularly work alongside other teams within BMT on projects such as Whole Ship Design, with responsibility for specifying the Mission and Complex systems and integrating them into the wider ship design process.

Working as a Complex Systems Engineer in this engineering consultancy focused role will provide the opportunity to be involved in a variety of work and projects. You will have the ability to influence your training and project experience to forge a career path in which you find great personal and professional satisfaction. You will be working directly with customers including the Royal Navy, Defence Equipment and Support and the Submarine Delivery Agency. As a graduate, you will be enrolled on our 2‑year Global Graduate and Apprenticeship Programme. You will receive technical and business training and will be employed on a varied range of Mission and Complex Systems projects, building your skills and knowledge alongside our experienced engineers and consultants, who are also keen to support you on your journey towards Chartered status and other professional qualifications.

This role will require Security Clearance. To be eligible you must be a British-born sole national and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

Key Attributes

• Be passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering and problem‑solving, whilst being able to communicate this well with others.
• Be trustworthy and respectful, working with integrity.
• Think innovatively about problems, able to think imaginatively and work with agility.
• Work collaboratively with the interpersonal skills to engage with customers, stakeholders, and end users, whether face to face or remotely.

Qualifications

• A relevant Engineering or appropriate STEM degree.
• An ambition to work in, and contribute to, the UK Defence domain.
• A keen focus on providing first‑class service to our Customers.
• The determination to further their career and develop their skills with an aim to gain Chartered engineer status or other professional qualifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Missing skills? Let us be the judge! BMT are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognising their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org. At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can't promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers.

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

Benefits

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund - an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Holiday Trading
• Retail Vouchers
• Professional Subscriptions