Industrial Placement - Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman3 days ago
London, United KingdomIntern
Responsibilities
- Contribute to software development projects within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Design, develop, test and integrate software solutions.
- Write clean, maintainable and well-tested code.
- Support software integration, debugging and problem investigation.
- Participate in sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, technical reviews and collaborative design discussions.
- Help deliver mission-critical Command and Control capabilities for UK defence customers.
Requirements
- Currently working toward a relevant degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Mathematics or a related technical discipline, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills through work experience or other training.
- Experience developing software with one or more languages such as Java, C++, C#, Python or a similar language.
- Understanding of the software development lifecycle.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with clear communication and collaboration abilities.
- Interest in software development and technology, willingness to learn, and ability to work effectively in a team.
- Sole UK citizenship and eligibility to gain and maintain UK Government Security Check clearance.
- Relevant skills gained through apprenticeships, certifications, bootcamps, open-source contributions or personal projects are also considered.
Benefits
- 12-month full-time industrial placement starting in September 2027.
- Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements and compressed fortnights with every other Friday off, subject to role and programme needs.
- Private healthcare, dental cover, life assurance and pension.
- Flexible benefits package including critical illness cover and a health cash plan.
- Holiday buy and sell scheme, career development programmes and an annual performance incentive programme.
- Dedicated mentor, buddy, project lead and line manager.
- Based in New Malden, London, with approximately 10% travel and no relocation assistance.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman designs and manufactures aircraft, spacecraft, missile defense, C4ISR, and cyber systems for the U.S. government, NASA, and allied nations. The company operates primarily through long-term defense and space contracts, delivering products and services spanning autonomous systems, sensors, software, and sustainment. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, it is a public company listed on the NYSE (ticker: NOC).