Aerospace Systems Engineering Graduate - Early Careers

Job Title: Aerospace Systems Engineering Graduate Early Careers 2025

Location: Bristol

Package: Competitive Salary Benefits

Role Type: Full Time Permanent

Role ID: SF18150

At QinetiQ we arecreating a workplace that is inclusive; where our differences are not only embraced but make us stronger. A place where we can connect with each other and benefit from the experiences and thinking from people with varied backgrounds and at different stages in their careers.

Systems Engineering Group

What will I be doing

The role we fulfil is to support or customers across a wide range of aircraft platforms through a range of activities which include certification technical programme management independent advice design manufacture testing and concept development. We work at all stages of an aircrafts lifecycle both military and civilian. Most commonly supporting procurement and entry of new aircraft into service new capabilities in service modifications or new equipment. Much of our work is desktop based with opportunities to work alongside our customers with hands on assessments and aircraft trials.

Right now we are looking for graduates to join our Aerospace System Engineering team which aims to apply best practice System Engineering principles in areas such as;Requirements Elicitation Lifecycle Management System Design Verification & Validation and Through LifeEngineering support to our aerospace projects.

System Engineers are responsible for integrating a wide range of technical inputs to create lead and deliver compelling solutions. Our ideal candidate is someone who is proactive passionate and forward thinking. Coupled with a vested interested in aerospace technology who are looking to help improve today & shape tomorrow by bringing novel thought and applying emerging concepts.

At QinetiQ we offer a tailored graduate development programme that includes further training to develop your skills knowledge and experience in the field of systems engineering and aerospace. This will enable you to deliver complex technical programmes of work across our portfolio of projects. Alongside this you will develop the general business skills required to thrive in the workplace. As part of your development we encourage and support a path to Professional Registration with an Engineering Institution.

Academic requirements:

You will need to have obtained or be studying towards a degree (with a predicted or achieved grade of at least 2:1 or equivalent) in one of the following areas (or a related subject):

• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Related relevant STEM subject

Additional requirements:

• You must have graduated no earlier than 2024 OR will graduate no later than 2025.
• High personal integrity and an ability to work well with a wide range of different people is essential.
• A conscientious logical and enquiring mind set is essential.
• A willingness to work on UK military projects is essential.
• A willingness to undertake a degree of business travel as well as flexibility to be deployed for a period away from your home site (as part of the development programme) is needed.
• Excellent report writing skills are highly desirable.

How to apply:

• Please fill in the application and include both a CV and a covering letter.

Location(s):

• Boscombe Down Wiltshire
• Bristol
• Waddington
• Lincoln

Our Benefits (the list is not exhaustive):

• Adaptive working
• Personal Development fund
• On demand learning access to courses modules and lectures via multiple digital learning platforms
• Coaching and Mentoring
• 25 days annual holiday excluding bank holiday
• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Flexible Benefits package
• Employee discount portal
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employeeled networks

Security:

Many of our roles at QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment subject to approval. Many roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information which means factors such as nationality previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may impact your role.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum. Further guidance regarding clearances can be found:UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants GOV (www)

Please also be aware that under immigration rules our Early Careers roles do not meet the legal threshold for candidates who are resident in the UK on student visas.

Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

QinetiQ is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity rewards integrity and merit and where youll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgroundcome and be part of our team!

To find out more about Life at QinetiQ please see the link:Life at QinetiQ

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