Trainee Business Analyst Programme

Leonardo Hotels; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Luton is offering a Graduate Programme Internship for a Continuation Engineer. This 18-month program allows you to work on real-world solutions, such as developing high-performance antenna systems. Responsibilities include designing innovative antennas, collaborating with teams, and testing in advanced labs. Candidates should possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and a strong interest in RF systems or EM modelling. Benefits include a competitive salary of £25,000 – £27,000 per annum, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous leave and flexi-days

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free access to mental health support

Performance bonus scheme

Access to online courses

Referral programme with financial rewards

Flexible benefits up to £500 annually

Flexible working hours with hybrid options

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Strong interest in RF systems, EM modelling, and antenna design.
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance requiring 5 years of UK residency.

Responsibilities

• Design and model innovative antenna solutions for defence platforms.
• Develop antennas using EM simulation tools operating up to 40 GHz.
• Test antenna performance in advanced anechoic chambers.

Skills

Strong interest in RF systems

EM modelling

Antenna design

Familiarity with EM simulation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant subjects

Tools

Electromagnetic simulation tools

Job description

Graduate Programme Internship – Continuation Engineer

As part of our 18‑month Graduate Programme, you'll be fast‑tracked into a career as a professional engineer, contributing to real‑world solutions from day one. This role is based in Luton with flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements and occasional travel across the UK or abroad for technical reviews. During the programme, you will work alongside experienced engineers to develop high‑performance antenna systems for electronic warfare applications. Your work will span design, simulation, testing, and integration, using advanced tools and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and modelling innovative antenna solutions for a range of defence platforms
• Using advanced electromagnetic (EM) simulation tools to develop antennas operating up to 40 GHz
• Testing and evaluating antenna performance in state‑of‑the‑art anechoic chambers and labs
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration into larger systems
• Documenting and presenting technical findings to internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's, Integrated Master’s, or higher degree (MSc/PhD) in a relevant subject such as:
• Electronic/Electrical Engineering
• Physics / Applied Physics / Engineering Physics
• Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
• Communications / Space / Robotics Engineering / Computer‑Communication and Networks
• A strong interest in RF systems, EM modelling, or antenna design
• Familiarity with EM simulation tools and laboratory‑based testing (training provided)
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (typically SC level, requiring 5 years UK residency)

Benefits

• Generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year
• A pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
• Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity
• Performance bonus scheme for employees at management level and below
• Free access to thousands of online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
• Referral programme with financial rewards
• Flexible benefits allowing up to £500 annually on private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more
• Flexible working hours with hybrid working options

Salary: £25,000 – £27,000 per annum. Learning & Development will include industry training and relevant certifications.