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An established industry player is on the lookout for enthusiastic Science and Engineering Graduates to join their innovative Graduate Programme. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on advanced hardware systems for fast jets, UAVs, and naval platforms. Graduates will engage in exciting projects, develop essential skills in firmware and FPGA engineering, and benefit from comprehensive support and training. With a competitive starting salary, flexible working options, and a commitment to personal development, this is a fantastic chance to launch a rewarding career in a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter.
Job Description:
We are looking for talented, enthusiastic Science and Engineering Graduates, who enjoy solving complex problems, to work alongside some of the most talented people in the UK.
Join our dynamic team in designing advanced hardware systems for fast jets, UAVs, land, and naval platforms as part of our self-protection systems.
Our 18-Month Engineering Graduate Programme
Joining the Leonardo Graduate Scheme is the opportunity to grow your career in hardware design. You’ll start on a salary of £33,000, with a welcome bonus and a Temporary Accommodation Allowance for those moving more than 40 miles for the role.
You will be provided with a wealth of development opportunities in both virtual and applied working environments. On our programme you will engage with challenging and exciting project work and deliver innovative business or technical solutions as part of a team of subject matter experts. Throughout the programme you will receive coaching and support from your team to achieve your objectives as well as your personal development goals. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for chartership.
At Leonardo we value individuals who continuously demonstrate a dedication to their personal development, and this is no different for our graduates. We have partnered with Coursera and LinkedIn online training platforms that offers around 4,000 courses you can sign up to, according to your professional and personal interests. Self-directed learning is actively supported.
As a Graduate Firmware/FPGA Engineer you will:
Your role may even take you across the UK or abroad for technical reviews.
Key Responsibility Areas
What we need from you:
We are looking for graduates who are enthusiastic about firmware development and digital design, and eager to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of five years permanent residency in the UK.
Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
At Leonardo, we are strongly committed to supporting all our people, and, as society and the environment we work in changes, our approach to Inclusion and Diversity continues to evolve and adapt to reflect this. A culture of inclusion goes on to create an environment for greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities to develop as an organisation. If you are willing and able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find Leonardo a very rewarding place to work!
Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Hybrid