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Electronics Engineer - Graduate Programme 2027

Avionics, Electrical, Electronics, Physics.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

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.

There's a lot about a career at MBDA you don't know...
...come and find out what you could really be a part of!

The opportunity:

Ready to work on technology that defines the future of defence? We are looking for Electronics Engineers to join us across three cutting-edge pathways:

  • Electronics Engineering: Focus on the development of complex electronic systems. You will engage in the full lifecycle—from capturing requirements and architectural design to hardware integration and final prototype testing. Specialisms include RF, Antenna Design, Power Electronics, and PCB layout.
  • Electrical Missile Architecture: Focus on the Missile-level blueprint. You'll define electrical topologies (including requirements and architecture) as well as manage the integration of key sub-systems that form the missile, assisting in the overall build for defence systems of tomorrow. This role blends technical design with stakeholder management and performance trade-off analysis, giving engineers the exposure to the missile lifecycle.
  • Test Architecture: Focuses on Test and testability of the products. This involves collaborating across multiple technical functions to design, manage and implement strategies that guarantee product performance throughout its life cycle. This includes specifying production testing, designing Built-In Tests (BIT), and delivering specialised test equipment.

Regardless of the route you take, you'll benefit from a rotational programme that exposes you to the entire product lifecycle. You'll collaborate with a wide range of engineering functions and specialist teams; all while being supported by experienced colleagues.

What we're looking for from you:

  • Degree qualified in an Avionics, Electrical/Electronic, Electro-mechanical, Physics or Systems Engineering discipline to a minimum of 2:2.

What we can offer you

  • 2 year Programme: starting September 2027
  • Annual Salary Review
  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Excellent career progression & development opportunities
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.

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.

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  • Deadline
    November 2nd, 2026
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    £31,900 + a £3,000 joining bonus + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:2 and above
  • Location
    Stevenage (Hertfordshire)
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • Avionics
  • Electronic/Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Physics
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