Missile Test Architect - Engineering Internship

MBDA S.A.S.; Overstone; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking Test Architects for an undergraduate placement starting September 2026. You will support missile production testing, influence built-in-test requirements, and collaborate with experts across various disciplines. Candidates should be working towards a degree in Electrical/Electronic or Systems Engineering. This opportunity offers hands-on experience, enhances teamwork skills, and involves project management.

Benefits

Company bonus

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days annual leave

Flexi Leave up to 15 days

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Responsibilities

• Support production testing of missiles and manage test coverage vs cost trade‑offs.
• Influence missile built‑in‑test requirements and conduct test coverage analysis.
• Help develop missile test equipment solutions from initial specification to delivery.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic or Systems Engineering discipline

Job description

A leading defence organisation is seeking Test Architects for an undergraduate placement starting September 2026. You will support missile production testing, influence built-in-test requirements, and collaborate with experts across various disciplines. Candidates should be working towards a degree in Electrical/Electronic or Systems Engineering. This opportunity offers hands-on experience, enhances teamwork skills, and involves project management.