Systems Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2025
Salary: £18,000 plus a £3,000 joining bonus.
Work Location: MBDA Bristol
Learning Provider Location: University Centre Weston, Winter Gardens
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. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).
Closing date: Midnight on Friday 24th January
The opportunity:
Our Systems Engineers love to bring things together. Without the work they do, our entire weapon system wouldn’t function as needed. This apprenticeship is an opportunity to learn how weapon systems work, perform, and communicate, understanding how we take products from feasibility through to delivery.
Through this four-year programme, you’ll build knowledge and contribute to teams working on products at any stage of the product lifecycle. You could be involved in Design work, Future Concepts, Testing, Verification and Validation activities, or supporting trials. The team collaborates with technical specialists across multiple areas of the business, requiring comfort with both people and detailed technical information.
Specialise in algorithmic thinking and coding, hardware installation and analysis, or remain a broader Systems Engineer. Your potential is limitless - we’ll help you shape the career you want.
Programme structure:
You will study towards a BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions at University Centre Weston, fully funded by MBDA over four years. In the first year, you will attend university during term-time and work onsite during the holidays.
This four-year scheme will support either the System Analysis or System Design Weapon Systems Function, with each rotation lasting six months. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how the team operates, with opportunities to rotate into other areas of MBDA.
Depending on projects and product lifecycle phases, your placements could be in:
* Weapon Systems
* Algorithms & Performance
* Network Communications
* Command and Control
* Software Engineering
* Cyber
* Trials
* Weapon System Simulation & Experimentation
There will also be opportunities for software-related placements.
This role suits anyone with a keen interest in Maths or Physics.
What we’re looking for from you:
1. 5 GCSEs including Maths & English Language & Science/Technology (all sciences or IT) at Grade 9 – 4
2. 120 UCAS points achieved through:
* 3 A-levels including Maths or Computing/Computer Science
* T-Level in Software Engineering/Computing at Merit or Distinction
* BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at minimum grade DDM in a Computing/IT related subject
This role has specific qualification level and subject criteria - please carefully check your eligibility against this criteria as we cannot consider applications from anyone that does not meet the requirements.
Our company:
MBDA is a leading defence organisation, proud of our role in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you:
* Fully funded qualification starting September 2025
* Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study
* Annual pay reviews
* 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
* Study leave during exam periods
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce, ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.
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