Electrical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship 2025

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Electrical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship 2025

The opportunity:

Join the Electronic Engineering department for a chance to play a fundamental role in bringing together MBDA's missile systems: designing and integrating the electronics that drive our Weapon Control Units, Actuators, Telemetry & Communication Systems and more.

Our four-year programme for Electrical Engineering Apprentices is a fantastic opportunity for you to join an accredited engineering scheme that has developed some of the leading engineering apprentices in the UK.

The Electronic Engineering function manages the design and delivery of high technology electronic products for our projects. Our expertise includes:

• On board missile equipment such a weapon controllers, fin actuators, safety systems and data links
• Firing control units for land, naval and airborne platforms
• Automatic test equipment
• Electrical equipment
• Training simulators
• Countermeasures equipment

This opportunity would suit anyone that has a keen interest in how things work and is looking to learn and shape a career around a practical skill. We are looking for someone with a love for hands-on work, who wants to contribute to the delivery of our products.

Programme structure:

You will study towards a BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering at The University of Hertfordshire for 4 years, which will be fully funded by MBDA.

Your work week will consist of one day study leave to attend university, with the remaining four days completing rotational placements within the Electronic Engineering department as well as Mechanical Engineering and more general placements, such as ISP and datalinks. You'll get some lab experience, as well as the opportunity to create programs for SMT line and NPI work (New Product Introduction). You'll also have the opportunity to complete external placements outside of MBDA, with our external contractors and suppliers.

What we're looking for from you:

1. 5 GCSES including Maths & English Language & Science/Technology at a Grade 9 - 4
2. 120 UCAS points achieved through:​

• 3 A-levels. This will include Maths PLUS physics or technology or an engineering subject
• T-Level in a Engineering subject
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma including a Distinction in Further Maths

This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying otherwise your application will not be considered.

Please note: We look at entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points gained from an Extended Project Qualification. Additionally, as an employer we set our own entry criteria based on the requirements of this role. This means that the criteria above may differ from the university.

About MBDA

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. 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.

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 and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks including Gender Equality, Pride, Neurodiversity, Ethnic Diversity, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers and Armed Forces.

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.