Summer CV & AI Engineer - 10-Week Placement

MBDA UK Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in the UK is seeking a Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Engineer for a summer placement in 2026. The role involves developing algorithms for advanced defense technologies and requires pursuing a degree in a STEM field. This is a unique opportunity to apply your university learning to real-world projects while enjoying a hybrid working model and various employee benefits.

Benefits

10 week placement with real-world projects

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Annual Leave: 5 days

Facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant STEM discipline.
• Experience or knowledge in computer vision and artificial intelligence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research studies utilizing cutting-edge technological innovations.
• Develop algorithms in collaboration with engineers and graduates.
• Shape own research project during the placement.

Skills

Image Processing

Computer Vision

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Matlab and Simulink

Python

C/C++

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related STEM discipline

Tools

Deep Learning libraries (e.g. PyTorch, scikit-learn, ONNX)

Hardware development boards (e.g. NVIDIA Jetson products)

Job description

A leading defense organization in the UK is seeking a Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Engineer for a summer placement in 2026. The role involves developing algorithms for advanced defense technologies and requires pursuing a degree in a STEM field. This is a unique opportunity to apply your university learning to real-world projects while enjoying a hybrid working model and various employee benefits.