20 days ago
Stevenage, United KingdomEntry Level
Responsibilities
- Complete six six-month software placements across MBDA departments during years one to three.
- Complete a 12-month placement in a selected department during the final year alongside a final-year project.
- Contribute to various stages of the software development lifecycle across embedded systems, front-end software, real-time components, mission-planning systems, command and control systems, and test systems.
- Work with software teams developing products for weapon systems and complex battle-space environments.
- Attend university and MBDA onsite locations as required throughout the apprenticeship.
Requirements
- Have at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science or Technology subject.
- Have one qualifying post-GCSE route totaling at least 120 UCAS Tariff points: three A levels including Mathematics or Computing/Computer Science with no grade below C; a T Level in Engineering or Computing at Merit or above; or a Level 3 Extended Diploma in a qualifying subject at DDM or above.
- Applicants with Science, IT, or Engineering qualifications must provide evidence of completing a Further Maths module.
- Be a British Citizen or a dual UK national with British citizenship and complete the required BPSS security checks after offer.
- Be able to manage travel to the MBDA site and Cranfield MK:U, with an appropriate home or rental location and manageable travel arrangements.
Benefits
- Fully funded BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions qualification starting September 2027.
- £23,000 salary plus a £3,000 joining bonus.
- Paid travel expenses to and from the place of study.
- Annual pay reviews, a Healthcare Cash Plan, 25 days of annual leave, holiday purchase, and up to 15 days of flexi leave.
- Study leave during exam periods.
- Four-year apprenticeship with a September 2027 start; work and study are based around MBDA and Cranfield MK:U attendance requirements.
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.