Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Graduate Programme: By joining the Saab UK's Graduate Engineering programme in September 2027, you'll have the opportunity to have hands on practical experience with our unique products, while being supported by your managers, mentors and peers. As a Hardware Graduate Engineer in this position, you will gain valuable experience across our Sensor Systems Radar business working on cutting edge 3D Radar technology. This is a structured 2-year programme designed to provide a range of experience and understanding across our core engineering disciplines. Graduates will rotate as a cohort and finish with a final placement and there will be discussions for conversion to a permanent role based on performance and business needs. Build real experience on real systems, gain industry recognised skills while rotating through our core Engineering disciplines. Develop strong professional networks through your managers, graduate mentors and others across the business. A bachelor's (or higher) degree in an Engineering discipline with a minimum grade of 2:2. MS Office Suite.
Hardware Engineer Graduate in Southampton employer: Saab UK
Saab UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the defence sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, team members are encouraged to grow their careers while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance safety and security. Located in a rapidly expanding UK presence, employees benefit from a wealth of opportunities for personal fulfilment and professional advancement.
