Graduate Test Engineer

Leonardo; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary Accommodation Allowance (TAA

Job summary

Leonardo is recruiting for a Basildon-based Graduate Programme. You will join an innovative team, receiving hands-on training, mentorship, and structured development to become a Chartered Engineer over 3–4 years.

The programme starts with a £34,000 annual salary plus a £1,000 welcome bonus and a further £1,000 exit bonus on completion, with a potential Temporary Accommodation Allowance. We encourage being on-site at least three days per week to maximise learning, with access to targeted training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 Bachelors/Integrated Masters in Systems Engineering, Electrical/Electronic, Communications, Software Engineering, Physics or Computer Science, or a relevant discipline.
• Coding/programming experience and project work.
• Ability to work in teams and apply science/technology to real-world problems.

Responsibilities

• Receive day-to-day guidance and on-the-job training on test systems engineering processes, methods, and tools.
• Develop engineering skills and domain knowledge to achieve technical excellence.
• Work with a mentor and attend graduate-based events to network with peers.
• Expect to work toward Chartered Engineer status typically after 3–4 years.

Skills

Coding/programming

Team problem solving

Applied science knowledge

Project work

Education

2:2 degree or higher (MSc/PhD)

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to launch your career and make an impact on real-world projects from day one?

AtLeonardo, we're looking for graduates who want to be part of something extraordinary - shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

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 professional development.

Our 18-month Graduate Programmes give you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects alongside industry leaders.

On joining, you will receive a starting salary of £34,000 per annum, plus a £1,000 welcome bonus. You'll also be eligible for a £1,000 exit bonus upon successful completion of the programme. In addition, you may be eligible for a Temporary Accommodation Allowance (TAA), subject to specific criteria.

We encourage you to spend at least three days each week on site to integrate with your team and maximise your learning experience.

During The Programme, You Will

You will join a dynamic and innovative team who will provide day-to-day guidance and on-the-job training, introducing you to test systems engineering processes, methods, technology and tools.

You will also receive targeted training, developing the engineering skills and necessary domain knowledge required to achieve technical excellence and be a successful Test Development Engineer.

You will be assigned a Mentor to support your journey to achieving professional status and invited to attend group graduate-based events, which will provide you with an opportunity to network with your peers and share best practice.

Our aim is to develop your skills so that you can reach your full potential whilst working towards becoming a Chartered Engineer typically after 3 to 4 years.

Continue professional development throughout your career by formal training, learning 'on the job' and keeping up to date with the latest developments which may aid performance.

To learn the skills required to become a professional Test Development Engineer.

• Working to timescales
• Work as a contributory engineering team member.
• Undertake day-to-day engineering activities with some guidance and support.
• Ask for support where appropriate and learn from more experienced team members.
• Contribute to engineering team decisions, and understand why such decisions are made and their relationship to project success criteria.
• Explore new experiences and opportunities to learn within the engineering environment.
• Seek and share good practice and knowledge locally to continuously improve own practices.

What You Will Bring

All of our Graduate roles require (a) a minimum of a 2:2 Bachelors/Integrated Masters degree, or (b) a higher degree, such as a MSc or PhD. In all cases the subject should be Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Communications Engineering, Software Engineering, Physics or Computer Science, or a relevant discipline.

In addition to this, we would be interested in hearing from you if you have experience in:

• Coding/programming.
• Relevant project work and/or placements in industry.
• Solving problems as part of a team
• Applying your science and technology knowledge to solve a real world problem

Security Clearance

Many of our roles are subject to security and export control restrictions set by UK Government Security requirements and customer obligations. As a result, and in line with the UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) requirements, all successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration information and employment and/or education history verification for the previous five years.

For staff operating in more sensitive posts, there is an additional range of personnel security controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV). As part of this process, a range of factors may be considered, including an individual's background, travel history, nationality, previous nationalities held and other information relevant to the vetting assessment.

To be eligible for National Security Vetting at SC level, applicants will generally be expected to have continuously resided in the UK for the previous five years. For DV clearance, this is typically ten years. In some circumstances, time spent overseas may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Additional vetting requirements may apply upon appointment.

For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, key contributors in shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.

• Time to recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your wellbeing matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding performance: All employees are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Join in our success: Our annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides you the opportunity to own shares in Leonardo.
• Tailored perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/company-benefits

We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people, communities and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Primary Location

GB - Basildon

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid