Software Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2027

MBDA S.A.S.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension

Overtime paid

25 days annual leave

Flexi Leave

Subsidised meals

Healthcare cash plan

Job summary

MBDA S.A.S. is offering a 1-year placement starting September 2027, exposing you to both embedded and front-end software development across Windows and Linux platforms.

You will learn about software robustness, documentation, and collaborate with multiple departments while pursuing structured learning through MBDA’s platforms. The role targets current undergraduates in Computing, CS, Engineering, Mathematics or Physics and includes a salary of £24,460 with on-site working 5 days per week.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate pursuing a degree in Computing/CS/Engineering/Math/Physics or related STEM field.
• Interest in embedded and front-end software across Windows and Linux platforms.
• Willingness to engage with formal documentation and diverse learning resources.
• Openness to participate in MBDA’s learning and development activities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams across development stages in embedded and front-end projects.
• Contribute to software robustness and maintainability of deliverables.
• Engage with multiple departments to gain a broad business understanding.
• Access learning platforms and pursue additional courses with line-manager guidance.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Java

Embedded software

Windows

Linux

Education

Undergraduate student in Computing/CS/Engineering/Math/Physics

Job description

Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our weapon systems, to mission planning solutions integrated into a complex battlespace arena. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. During this placement, you'll get exposure to aspects of a software development lifecycle:

• Collaborate with other teams in a variety of development stages within our weapons systems including both embedded and front end software development on a range of platforms, such as Windows and Linux, utilising C, C++, C# and Java.
• Learn about the functional and technical robustness of project deliverables
• The importance of technical documentation.
• Work with other departments within the company, learning a general overview of the business., You'll be able to choose between a variety of online learning platforms such as Percipio, YouLearn, Career Builder and Video Gateway. Each one is tailored to a specific type of learning. Speak to your line manager to find out many.

We encourage new learning and will provide up to £150 in financial support per year if you wish to participate in further study in your own time. You'll have access to our Learning Gateway, which hosts the formal course catalogue and is where you can select the right training for your role and future development. The catalogue displays which courses are being delivered virtually or are classroom based. If you want to lead a team, you might be interested in our management training, designed for people of all experience levels.

Current undergraduate studying towards a degree in Computing/Computer Science, Engineering (incl. Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical or Software), Mathematics, Physics or relevant STEM discipline.

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.

The Software team at MBDA deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Salary: £24,460 Dynamic working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification 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.

• 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.