Undergraduate Systems Engineer Placement - Defence Tech

MBDA UK; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 year placement starting Sept 2027

Graduate path potential

Company bonus

Pension up to 14%

Overtime opportunities

Healthcare Cash Plan

Annual Leave 25 days (+)

Flexi Leave up to 15 days

Site facilities incl. subsidised meals

Job summary

MBDA UK in Stevenage is offering a Systems Engineer undergraduate placement for 2027, starting September. You’ll engage with real-world projects on complex weapons systems and gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, including concepting, design, and verification.

The role requires an undergraduate in a STEM field and offers a clear path to a graduate role, with benefits such as a company bonus and a competitive pension. Security requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Currently an undergraduate pursuing a degree in a STEM field.
• Interest in systems engineering for defence technologies.
• Willingness to undergo BPSS checks and security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in concepting, designing, and delivering systems in Stevenage.
• Work across the Systems Design function on missile/weapon system projects.
• Learn the Systems Engineering lifecycle and the V-model across product development.

Education

Undergraduate studying for a degree in Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Engineering, Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Technology or Computing discipline

Job description

MBDA UK in Stevenage is offering a Systems Engineer undergraduate placement for 2027, starting September. You’ll engage with real-world projects on complex weapons systems and gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, including concepting, design, and verification.

The role requires an undergraduate in a STEM field and offers a clear path to a graduate role, with benefits such as a company bonus and a competitive pension. Security requirements apply.