Performance & Efficiency Engineer in Stevenage

Lethality Engineer
Undergraduate Placement 2026 Are you interested in modelling the lethal performance of MBDA\’s Complex Weapon Systems?We are seeking an undergraduate to join our niche group of engineers, enabling MBDA to provide world leading defence capabilities for our home Nations and Allies.
Salary : £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working : To introduce you to the business and the role you\’ll play we aim for 3-4 days on site to begin with, and as you gain confidence and experience we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working.
If preferential, full time on site working is also an option.
Security Clearance : CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) What we can offer you 1 year placement: starting September 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Company bonus : 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 Facilities : fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more.
Predict the lethal performance of various types of missile systems.
The Lethality team in Stevenage primarily undertakes modelling of the missile terminal engagement, the target detection, warhead detonation and lethal performance prediction.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a niche group of engineers with mixed expertise, involved in assessing the lethal performance of various missile systems.
With support and mentorship from the team\’s Engineers, you\’ll be involved in applying a custom set of modelling tools to evaluate and investigate the lethal performance of developing and future missile systems against a range of targets.
however, other tools ranging from CAD design software to complex finite element style hydrocodes see occasional use.
You will be encouraged to work on your own or in a small team, with limited supervision, as required, on short tasks (typically a few weeks to a few months in duration).
Some projects may include collaboration with other MBDA departments around Europe.
What we\’re looking for from you Degree qualified in an Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computing or Applied Science discipline to a minimum 2:2 Our company: We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.