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Digital Excellence Business - Graduate Programme 2027

Computer Science, Software, Cyber Security, Data, AI.

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:

Digital Excellence brings together the capabilities that underpin MBDA's digital environment from protecting our organisation and connecting our people, to designing enterprise solutions and developing AI & data that can transform the way we work.

Over two years, you'll complete four six-month placements, giving you broad exposure to different areas of Digital Excellence while developing both your technical expertise and understanding of a complex international organisation. Some of these placements could include: Cyber, Digital Factory & Business Applications, Workplace Services, Infrastructure & Networks, Enterprise Architecture, AI & Data.

Throughout your placements, you'll work alongside experienced specialists and contribute to real technical challenges. You could be designing solutions, analysing data, exploring emerging technology, supporting enterprise platforms or helping build and protect the digital foundations MBDA relies on.

With support from experienced colleagues, you'll develop skills in:

  • Applying technology to solve complex problems
  • Designing and developing secure, scalable digital solutions
  • Understanding enterprise technology and architecture
  • Working with AI, data and emerging technologies
  • Collaborating with technical specialists and business teams
  • Presenting and communicating technical ideas
  • Building relationships across an international organisation

The scheme is designed to give you the breadth to discover where your strengths and interests lie, alongside the experience to build a long-term career within Digital Excellence. More important than already knowing exactly which business or digital career you want is having the curiosity and ambition to explore different areas and develop your expertise.

What we're looking for from you:

Degree qualified in one of the following disciplines, to a minimum 2.2:

  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • Cyber Security
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Date Science
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering (any specialism)
  • Information Technology

We're looking for graduates who are passionate about technology and curious about how it can be used to make a real difference.

This role is ideally suited to someone who:

  • Enjoys solving problems and understanding how things work
  • Is interested in technology, business and emerging digital trends
  • Has strong analytical, organisational and planning skills
  • Is curious and willing to learn
  • Can communicate ideas clearly to different audiences
  • Enjoys collaborating with others and building relationships
  • Can manage competing priorities and take ownership of your work

Digital capability plays a critical role in enabling our people and our business to succeed. Within Digital Excellence, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful challenges, learn from specialists across a wide range of disciplines and help shape the change, projects, strategies and digital solutions that will support MBDA now and into the future.

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
  • Starting
    September 2027
  • 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...
  • AI/Machine Learning
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Science
  • Information Technology
  • Software/Systems
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