20 days ago
Bristol, United KingdomEntry Level
Responsibilities
- Work in MBDA’s Software Engineering function while completing the academic component of the apprenticeship.
- Contribute to software across the development lifecycle, including embedded systems, front-end software, mission-planning systems, real-time components and test systems.
- Complete six six-month placements across Software departments during years one to three.
- Undertake a 12-month final-year placement alongside a final-year project.
- Work with other teams and multinational Software groups to learn and apply different technologies and development methods.
Requirements
- Have at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject.
- Have either three A levels totaling at least 120 UCAS Tariff points including Mathematics and Science or Computing/Computer Science, a Merit-level Engineering or Computing T Level, or a DDM Level 3 Extended Diploma in Mathematics, Science, IT or Engineering.
- Applicants with a T Level must pass a Mathematics entry exam before starting; applicants with Science, IT or Engineering qualifications must provide evidence of a Further Maths module.
- Be a British citizen or a dual UK national with British citizenship and complete required BPSS checks after an offer.
- Ensure their home or rental location and travel arrangements support attendance at the MBDA site and training provider.
Benefits
- Fully funded BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions degree beginning September 2027.
- £23,000 annual salary plus a £3,000 joining bonus.
- Four-year paid apprenticeship with annual pay reviews.
- Paid travel expenses to and from the place of study.
- Healthcare Cash Plan covering everyday medical, dental, optical, physiotherapy and wellbeing costs.
- 25 days of annual leave, holiday purchase and up to 15 days of flexi leave.
- Study leave during exam periods.
- Primarily site- and university-based, with some placements potentially offering one work-from-home day per week.
About MBDA
MBDA designs and manufactures missiles and integrated missile systems for land, sea, and air forces, selling to governments and prime contractors. Formed in 2001 and headquartered in Le Plessis-Robinson, France, it is jointly owned by Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo. Its portfolio includes well-known systems such as Aster, Meteor, Exocet, and Storm Shadow/SCALP used by European and allied militaries.