Supportability Engineering Graduate Programme

Babcock International; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Generous pension and employee share

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support and EAP

STEM outreach and volunteering

Job summary

Babcock International is offering a two-year Supportability Engineering Graduate Programme based in Bristol. You will rotate through teams to gain experience across the full product lifecycle, from design to maintenance and disposal.

You will build a foundation in documentation, material management, and logistics support analysis, while contributing to maintenance planning and data‑driven performance improvements. This programme supports Chartered engineer status with full guidance.

Qualifications

• Must have a BEng or MEng in any Engineering discipline.
• Must be able to obtain BPSS, Security Check (SC) and NNPI clearance.
• Only UK nationals may be eligible for this programme.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience across the full product lifecycle from design through maintenance to disposal.
• Develop and manage technical documentation, material management, and Logistics Support Analysis.
• Contribute to maintenance planning and develop preventive maintenance tasks.
• Use data and supportability metrics to drive smarter, more efficient system performance.
• Work across rotational placements in Bristol and other sites when offered.

Skills

BPSS clearance

Security clearance

Education

BEng or MEng in Engineering

Job description

Supportability Engineering Graduate Programme

Programme title: Supportability Engineering Graduate Programme

Salary: Minimum £35,000. Salary is dependent on location, role and qualifications.

Location: Babcock Technology Centre, Bristol

Application closing date: 20 October 2026

Programme start date: September 2027

Role ID: 74678

What will you do on the programme?

Supportability Engineering ensures complex and critical assets remain safe, reliable, and ready for whatever comes next. On this programme, you'll gain experience across the full product lifecycle - from early design through ongoing maintenance to responsible disposal.

You'll build a strong foundation across key areas of Supportability Engineering, including developing and managing technical documentation, mastering material management, and delivering Logistics Support Analysis. You'll also contribute to maintenance planning, develop preventive maintenance tasks, and use data and supportability metrics to drive smarter, more efficient system performance.

Working at the intersection of engineering and logistics, you'll apply your skills to systems that directly impact the performance and availability of some of the UK's most critical defence platforms. You'll be involved in projects that support operational readiness and system effectiveness, gaining insight into the challenges of sustaining complex engineering assets.

Whether your interests lie in technical analysis, digital systems, or broader lifecycle strategy, this programme offers the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow, preparing you for a rewarding career in Supportability Engineering.

How is the programme structured?

Over two years, you'll experience the breadth of our work through a series of rotational placements across our Supportability Engineering teams. These placements are designed to give you exposure to different aspects of the discipline, helping you develop a well-rounded understanding of how we support complex systems throughout their lifecycle.

Each placement typically lasts between four and six months and will be based in Bristol. There may also be opportunities to complete placements at other locations, such as Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth.

How do we develop and support you?

From day one, you'll receive structured support, personalised training, and dedicated mentorship to help you excel throughout your programme and beyond.

You'll join our Graduate Development Programme, featuring expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.

To support your journey toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, we offer full guidance and cover all associated fees.

What's waiting for you after the programme?

Upon completing the programme, you'll transition into a permanent role within our Engineering Function. But your journey doesn't stop there - you'll receive ongoing support to develop into a professionally registered Senior Engineer, ready to take on greater responsibilities.

As a global organisation, Babcock provides countless opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. To support your growth, we've introduced the Babcock Role Framework, which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities. With every job mapped to these frameworks, you'll have a transparent view of the steps needed to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.

What rewards and benefits will you get?

We want you to feel supported, valued and excited about what's ahead. That's why we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your development, your wellbeing and your life outside of work too.

In addition to a minimum starting salary of £35,000, you'll benefit from:

• A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension and employee share schemes
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts
• Wellbeing support, covering mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing, with services like our Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, and health checks.

You'll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.

What do you need to apply?

• You'll need to have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a BEng or MEng in any Engineering discipline.
• Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) clearance. For further details, visit GOV.UK and search United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels'.
• Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national. This legal requirement is independent of our recruitment policies, and all eligible applicants will be assessed fairly and without discrimination.

Where will you be based?

Places on our Supportability Engineering programme for September 2027 are available in our Nuclear sector in Bristol.

Your home base will be the Babcock Technology Centre in Bristol, where you'll be part of a team working to keep submarines safe, efficient and ready for action.

Agile working is supported, but you'll be expected to work on-site multiple times a week. We encourage flexibility and openness to relocation throughout the programme and will consider your personal circumstances when arranging placements.

Our business in Bristol is a key strategic partner to our customers - the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Royal Navy. We ensure that the UK Royal Navy goes to sea safely by sustaining the submarines with updates, design and documentation, upgrades and overhauls. We are developing innovative Operations Centres, technology insertion programmes, predictive data analytics and visualisation and training aids using games engine technologies.

Application process and important information

We're a Disability Confident Employer. If you require additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply. Our team will contact you after receiving your application to discuss your requirements and the support available.

We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.