At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in various sectors like Engineering and Operations.
- Company: Join MBDA, a leader in defence technology with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: In-depth work experience, networking opportunities, and mentorship from industry professionals.
- Other info: Unpaid role with travel and accommodation costs covered by participants.
- Why this job: Transition smoothly from military to civilian life while building valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Must be a current UK Armed Forces member in the final 12 months of service.
MBDA invites former and final‑12‑months UK Armed Forces personnel to remain within Defence through the Military Transition Scheme. The programme runs 8 or 12 weeks starting in September 2026 and requires participants to remain serving throughout the placement.
Location(s): Stevenage, Bristol, Bolton (also a Field Service Engineer role in Portsmouth).
Program areas include:
- Engineering
- Projects & Programmes
- Operations/Manufacturing
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Corporate & Central Support
What We Can Offer
- In‑depth work experience: gain sector exposure by working with existing teams.
- Networking: shadow key business people and attend regular networking events.
- Mentorship: each participant receives a mentor for guidance throughout the placement.
- Access to internal managers and job roles to explore future opportunities.
Eligibility
- Current member of the UK Armed Forces in the final 12 months of service.
- Able to complete the placement during the Resettlement period.
- Must be available through the duration of the programme.
- Employment will be unpaid; travel and accommodation costs are the participant’s responsibility.
MBDA Military Transition Scheme (8 or 12 Weeks) employer: Mbda Systems
MBDA is an exceptional employer for former UK Armed Forces personnel, offering a unique Military Transition Scheme that provides invaluable work experience and networking opportunities in the defence sector. Participants benefit from dedicated mentorship, access to internal managers, and the chance to explore future career paths within a supportive and collaborative work culture, all while being based in vibrant locations such as Stevenage, Bristol, and Bolton.
