Warheads Engineering Placement – Undergraduate 2027

MBDA UK; Bolton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1-year placement opportunity

Company bonus based on performance

Pension up to 14% total contribution

Paid overtime

25 days annual leave + option to buy

Flexi Leave up to 15 days

Free car parking

Healthcare Cash Plan

Job summary

MBDA UK offers an Undergraduate Placement in Warheads Engineering for 2027 in Bolton. The role enables you to apply university learning to real-world warhead projects across the lifecycle, with potential to secure a graduate role after your placement.

The 1-year placement starts September 2027 with a competitive salary (£24,460) and prospects for company bonus, pension contributions, paid overtime, and ample leave. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Mathematics or Applied Science.
• Fields of study: Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics.
• Ability to apply university learning to real-world projects in defence technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Warheads team across the product lifecycle stages.
• Learn to produce detailed design definitions and conduct concept assessments using modelling simulations.
• Support analysis of performance data collected during trials.
• Assist with the design and planning of tests and trials.

Education

Engineering/Mathematics/Applied Science degree in progress

Job description

MBDA UK offers an Undergraduate Placement in Warheads Engineering for 2027 in Bolton. The role enables you to apply university learning to real-world warhead projects across the lifecycle, with potential to secure a graduate role after your placement.

The 1-year placement starts September 2027 with a competitive salary (£24,460) and prospects for company bonus, pension contributions, paid overtime, and ample leave. Some travel may be required.