Graduate Quality Engineer - GDP - September 2025 Start
Apply locations GBR25: Home - Glenrothes, Queensway Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 5PY
Date Posted: 2024-12-03
Country: United Kingdom
Location: GBR25: Home - Glenrothes, Queensway Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 5PY
Position Role Type: Unspecified
Graduate Development Programme (GDP) – Join Raytheon UK
Role: Graduate Quality Engineer
Location(s): Harlow/Glenrothes/Livingston on-site/hybrid working
Travel: Occasional travel to UK facilities and overseas as required for the role and Early Careers events
Starting Salary: £32,000 plus £3,000 welcome payment and company benefits
Type: Permanent – 1st 2 years graduates complete the GDP structured training programme in addition to day job. As part of the GDP, there are biannual pay reviews in years 1 & 2.
Start Date: Monday 1 September 2025
Hours: Full-Time
About the Role:
This role offers the candidate the opportunity to join the Harlow/Glenrothes/Livingston Quality Engineering team as a Graduate Quality Engineer, working across a range of programmes, developing additional capacity within the Quality Engineering team to further the strategic growth of the business.
The Graduate Quality Engineer will support activities in relation to the full lifecycle of the products for UK & Export Customers. This could involve supporting integration and validation activities that can require travelling in the UK and abroad.
The role will be based at Raytheon’s Harlow, Glenrothes and/or Livingston facilities and the successful candidate will have access to professional development opportunities and be part of the growing Raytheon Technologies team, where the candidate will be required to undertake development studies and investigation activities involving product performance and interfacing with various different internal and customer platforms.
The role will involve working in a highly technical environment, supporting the team as well as the autonomy to work alone. Taking on complex challenges and producing a solution that follows company process in a timely manner is an essential part of the role. A successful candidate will be comfortable integrating into a large team to accomplish their goals.
The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to further progress their career through a mixture of training and experience to develop the correct tools and skillsets required to achieve a successful career within the business.
Main Duties:
* Support the Design Authorities, Manufacturing and Engineering teams in a variety of activities across the Weapons and Sensors business areas.
* Assist in Production, Development, and Integration activities.
* Work throughout the product life cycle, verifying and validating quality requirements and providing objective evidence of compliance through a structured audit program.
* Collaborate with other SMEs (subject matter experts) to understand and verify requirements and compliance to customer and regulatory requirements.
* Support the strategic drive of the business and the development and execution of engineering initiatives.
* Grow experience within the team and progress to leading own activities and initiatives.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
* Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree in Quality, Program Management, Engineering (or similar technical or science subject) - already achieved or to be completed by 1 September 2025.
* Complete the Baseline Security Clearance application.
* Flexibility on location and ability to travel to our UK facilities and overseas.
* Excellent STEM skills demonstrated through academic achievement.
* A passion for succeeding in a fast-paced, technology industry.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships.
* A full CV, including your university and pre-university grades, and a cover letter explaining why you are applying for this role at Raytheon UK.
About the Graduate Development Programme (GDP):
At Raytheon UK, we’re excited to work with and support talented individuals during their careers through our Graduate Development Programme (GDP). This structured 2-year programme blends on-the-job experience with comprehensive training, ensuring that graduates are supported in their transition from university to a thriving professional career.
Our GDP is not just about skills development — it’s about building connections, leadership capabilities, and career growth. Throughout the programme, you’ll have access to leadership development, business skills, community impact opportunities, and professional qualifications relevant to the role.
Application Process:
To apply, visit our careers website: www.raytheon.co.uk/careers via the Workday application link and submit a full CV along with a cover letter explaining your interest in the role.
Next Steps for Applicants:
We look forward to keeping you updated on your application through updates on Workday and email. Candidates selected for the next stage will be required to complete the initial screening stage to assess suitability for the role.
About Raytheon UK:
Raytheon UK is a leading technology and innovation company, working across a range of industries including aerospace, defence, cyber, space, and training. We are proud to support the UK Ministry of Defence and are invested in developing cutting-edge technology to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Standard Benefits:
* 25 days holiday, plus statutory public holidays.
* Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution).
* Life Assurance (up to 6x salary).
* Flexible Benefits package.
* Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies.
* 37-hour working week, with early finish on Fridays.
* Flexible working options available, where possible.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Raytheon UK:
At Raytheon UK, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce where all employees are empowered to deliver their best work.
Support and Adjustments:
If you require any adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
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