Electro-Mechanical Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2027

To achieve a BEng (Hons) in Electro-Mechanical Engineering.

Our company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

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Why join MBDA?
Our people share why MBDA is a fantastic place to kick-start your career.

In your first year you will attend college full time during term time. In the college holidays you'll be onsite full time in your home function of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). In years two and three you'll be at college for a day and a half, with the rest of your working week onsite. In year four you can expect to be at college for one day per week. In year three your study location will be a mix of AMTEC and UWE (Frenchay Campus) whereas in year four you'll study at UWE.

The EMC and Radiation Effects (RE) department is like no other within MBDA. It sits within the Environmental Engineering and Facilities (EE&F) function and is split between a test team working hands on in our pioneering EMC Facility to simulate environments and also a highly skilled consultancy team that is embedded across all projects within MBDA to ensure good EMC practice & design. We play a fundamental role in bringing together MBDA’s missile systems: supporting design and test of Missile systems and electronic equipment.

It provides a unique opportunity to:

  • Work in a technically challenging function.
  • Work amongst experienced test and systems EMC engineers.
  • Benefit from specific formal and informal training that will aid your personal development.
  • Gain hands-on experience with real test equipment.
  • Work on a range of products across all MBDA projects, which could include missiles and weapon systems.

The qualification: You'll study for an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship. Your final award will be a BEng (Hons) in Electro-Mechanical Engineering.

Learning Provider: Weston College - AMTEC, Filton, Bristol.

What we’re looking for from you:

This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying otherwise your application will not be considered. If you are currently studying and predicted to meet these requirements by the start date you are welcome to apply.

GCSEs:

  • GCSE Maths at Grade 5 minimum
  • GCSE English Language at Grade 5 minimum
  • An additional 3 GCSE's at Grade 4 minimum to include a Science or Technology subject

After GCSEs:

Following your GCSE's you must have completed one of the following qualification routes, equivalent to a minimum of 120 UCAS Tariff points:

  • A Levels: Three A levels totalling 120 UCAS Tariff points, including Maths and either a Science, Technology or Engineering subject, with no individual grade below C.
  • T Levels: T Level in Engineering with a minimum Merit grade.
  • BTECs: A single Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering at a minimum grade of DDM, including a distinction in a Further Maths module.

Please note: We look at entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points gained from an Extended Project Qualification. Additionally, as an employer we set our own entry criteria based on the requirements of this role. This means that the criteria above may differ from the university.

What we can offer you:

  • Fully funded qualification starting September 2027
  • Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study
  • Annual pay reviews
  • Healthcare Cash Plan: provides support with everyday health related costs – including medical, dental, optical, physio and health & wellbeing
  • 25 days' annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
  • Study leave during exam periods

Security clearance

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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  • Deadline
    January 23rd, 2027
  • Starting
    September 2027
  • Salary
    £23,000 plus a £3,000 joining bonus + benefits
  • Location
    Bristol (Hybrid)
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