Mechanical Eng Summer Placement — Hands-on Defence Tech

MBDA Miissle System; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 4,500 - 5,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 week placement

Paid overtime

Pension: up to 14%

Annual Leave: 5 days

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Job summary

MBDA is offering a 10‑week Mechanical Engineering placement for Summer 2027 in Stevenage. The role provides hands‑on experience from concept to production on missiles and weapon systems, with on‑site work 3–4 days per week and a pro‑rated salary of £24,460.

Applicants should be current undergraduates in engineering (incl. mechanical, aerospace, materials) and must meet BPSS security requirements as this is a defence sector placement. The role closes early if filled.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate working towards a Degree in an Engineering discipline (incl. General, Mechanical, Production/Manufacturing, Aeronautical/Aerospace), Materials Science or Technology Degree discipline.
• Strong foundational knowledge in mechanical design and analysis, with familiarity using CAD tools and FEA.
• Willingness to engage in lab tests, rapid prototyping and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mechanical design from concept through manufacture using CAD tools.
• Support mechanical analysis and experimental testing to aid the design process.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on actuation systems and materials evaluation.

Skills

Mechanical design

FEA analysis

Thermal analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree in progress

Materials Science or Technology degree

Tools

CAD tools

FEA software

Job description

MBDA is offering a 10‑week Mechanical Engineering placement for Summer 2027 in Stevenage. The role provides hands‑on experience from concept to production on missiles and weapon systems, with on‑site work 3–4 days per week and a pro‑rated salary of £24,460.

Applicants should be current undergraduates in engineering (incl. mechanical, aerospace, materials) and must meet BPSS security requirements as this is a defence sector placement. The role closes early if filled.