Navigation Sensors Engineer Placement 2027

MBDA; Filton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 year placement starting Sep 2027

Company bonus (varies)

Pension up to 14%

Overtime opportunities

25 days annual leave

Flexi Leave

On-site facilities incl. subsidised/me

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA is seeking a Navigation Sensors Engineer placed in the UK to support the design and testing of missile navigation subsystems. You will work 4 days a week on-site, engaging in hands-on research and rapid analyses while collaborating with MBDA France and the MBDA Group.

The 1-year placement starts September 2027, with potential to secure a graduate role. A company bonus, pension up to 14%, overtime opportunities, and generous leave are included.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate working towards a degree in a Physics, Mathematics, Electronics, or Engineering discipline.
• Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
• Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer, BPSS checks will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Support tests and trials to evaluate navigation equipment performance.
• Hands-on research and design activities to develop navigation equipment.
• Monitor supplier and technology developments and identify future technologies.
• Collaborate with suppliers and researchers for new and emerging technology.
• Investigate engineering problems and conduct rapid technical analyses.

Education

Undergraduate in Physics/Mathematics/Electronics/Engineering

Job description

As a Navigation Sensors Engineer, you will support vital work ensuring that MBDA missiles are able to navigate effectively in the harshest and most challenging electronic warfare environments

Salary: £24,460

Dynamic working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification and need for access to site test facilities

What we can offer you

• 1 year placement: Starting September 2027, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies
• Perform well on your placement and you could secure a graduate role before your final year
• Company bonus: Based on company performance and will vary year to year
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.

The opportunity

MBDA Missiles cannot complete their missions without critical Navigation Sensors on board, withstanding enemy interference and providing robust navigation data to guide the missile to the target. Your work will directly influence the design of real missiles, with frequent exposure to high-profile, fast-paced projects.

The Navigation Sensors Group are responsible for the design of the missile navigation subsystems, including identifying and testing equipment from specialist manufacturers – this includes GPS receivers, anti-jam equipment, and Inertial Measurement Units.

You can choose to be based at either our Stevenage or Bristol site. Over the course of your placement you'll get involved in:

• Supporting tests and trials to evaluate and assess navigation equipment performance
• Hands-on research and design activities to develop the next generation of navigation equipment
• Monitoring supplier and technology developments and identifying future technologies
• Collaborating with suppliers and researchers for the development and maturation of new and emerging technology
• Investigating engineering problems and conducting rapid technical analyses

In this role, you'll work in a varied and dynamic environment, including as part of an international team with our colleagues in MBDA France and the wider MBDA Group. You'll work alongside other departments to increase your knowledge on the complexities of a missile, including datalinks, seekers and sensors, and work closely with Integration and System Validation teams.

The work is technically challenging, innovative and rewarding. You'll be working alongside experienced engineers who will encourage and help you develop the skills required to be an effective Navigation Electronic Warfare Engineer.

What we're looking for from you

• Current undergraduate working towards a degree in a Physics, Mathematics, Electronics, or Engineering discipline.
• Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
• Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Our company:

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Monday 4th January 2027 but may close earlier depending on application volumes.