Job Description
The Software team at MBDA deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever-evolving environment to support those on the battlefield. Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our weapon systems to mission planning solutions integrated into a complex battlespace arena. We use numerous programming languages, software tools, and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this.
Job Description
The Software team at MBDA deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever-evolving environment to support those on the battlefield. Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our weapon systems to mission planning solutions integrated into a complex battlespace arena. We use numerous programming languages, software tools, and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this.
Salary
£24,460 (pro-rata)
Dynamic Working
4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification
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. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Monday 4th January 2027 but may close earlier depending on application volumes.
What We Can Offer You
- 10 week placement: Starting June 2027, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies
- Perform well on your placement and you could secure a graduate role before your final year
- Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
- Annual Leave: 5 days
- Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
The Opportunity
The Software team at MBDA (Stevenage) delivers software for the next generation of weapons in an ever-evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our munitions, weapon systems, software infrastructures (i.e. DevOps), and Simulation Software to support the business. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools, and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this.
You will get exposure to some aspects of a software development lifecycle and develop some of the skills necessary to become a well-rounded software engineer.
- The opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of development stages within our weapons systems or research projects: Including both embedded and front-end software development on a range of platforms, such as Windows and Linux, utilizing primarily C, C++ with potential for ADA and some scope for C# and Python dependent on the specific group and team.
- Learn about the functional and technical robustness of project deliverables.
- The importance of technical documentation.
- Work with other departments within the company, learning a general overview of the business.
What We're Looking For From You
Current undergraduate working towards a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant Engineering field (incl. Aeronautical/Aerospace, Mathematics, Physics)
Our Company
Peace Is Not A Given, Freedom Is Not A Given, Sovereignty Is Not A Given.
MBDA is a leading defense organization. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
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 recognize that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support, or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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