14 hours ago
Newport, United KingdomEntry Level
Responsibilities
- Develop software for cryptographic devices and cryptographic key management systems.
- Learn and contribute across the software development lifecycle, including design, integration, testing, requirements traceability, estimation, and work package definition.
- Develop real-time embedded software in a resource-constrained environment using C or C++ and develop Windows application software.
- Apply software design, architectural patterns, UML, coding standards, and Airbus Defence & Space development processes.
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, FPGA, and verification engineers to deliver secure cryptographic products.
Requirements
- Minimum 104–112 UCAS points from three A levels at grade C or above, or a BTEC/Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma at DMM, or a T Level at Merit or above.
- Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language or Welsh First Language and Mathematics or Mathematics–Numeracy.
- Genuine interest in software development and strong self-motivation, articulation, and verbal and written communication skills.
- Applicants must submit a CV with grades identified as predicted or achieved and a cover letter explaining their motivation and suitability.
- Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme and may need to pass BPSS, UK SC-level security clearance, or Export Control checks.
Benefits
- £23,000 salary, 37-hour working week, and half-day Fridays subject to completing full hours.
- 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, pension, success share, and additional flexible benefits.
- Paid on-the-job training and a funded BSc Software Engineering apprenticeship degree with no course fees.
- Rotational placements, focused training, possible European assignments, personal development, and professional networking opportunities.
- Start date is 31 August 2027; applications close on 26 October 2026 or earlier when sufficient applications are received.
- The apprenticeship roles do not meet UK Visas & Immigration minimum requirements for sponsorship of migrant workers.