Graduate Hardware Engineer
BAE Systems
Graduate Hardware Engineer
£34000
BAE Systems, Maiden Newton, Dorset
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: f40418af8ae849468691da6b66236ba0
Full Job Description
- Undertaking both initial design and detailed design activities as the maturity of the design progresses through its development phases
- Producing drawings, circuits and other documentation to capture hardware design aspects and facilitate repeatable testing
- Supporting the creation of Procurement Specifications for the purchase of items from third parties in line with the requirements of the system design.
- Continually develop your hardware engineering capabilities to ensure knowledge and skills keep pace with best practice and technology
- Undertaking equipment testing as part of the assurance process to verify that the design meets its requirements
- Supporting the installation of hardware both at land-based sites and on ships
As a minimum requirement you'll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering
BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Graduate Programme you will be required to attend your site 4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.
Salary £34,000 & £2,000 Welcome Bonus
We design and build a full range of naval ships from offshore patrol vessels through to giant aircraft carriers, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations around the world. We are the only provider of complex warships and their combat managements to the UK Royal Navy's surface fleet. Do you have what it takes to join our Naval Ships team?
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under represented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.
What you will be doing
Would you like to play a role in one of the most advanced engineering projects in the world and one of the most significant and complex defence programmes in the UK? Are you good at solving problems by looking at them from the bigger picture? Do you enjoy the challenge of predicting how changing one part of a complex system will affect all the other parts on the system as a whole?
In a multi-disciplinary role across a ship, aircraft carrier or patrol vessel you will be focusing on the bigger picture and bridging the gaps between disciplines. Throughout the different stages of a product lifecycle, you'll take the lead in systems integration and testing, qualification and acceptance. As well as the technical aspects of projects, you'll also learn to consider important factors such as schedules, costs, training and environmental concerns., Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
On commencement of employment you will be paid a one-off non-consolidated lump sum payment of £2,000 (the "Welcome Payment"). The Welcome Payment is subject to the normal deductions and will be paid with your first salary payment. This provides you with the perfect opportunity to ease your transition, whether this be relocation cost, securing housing, ensuring smooth and reliable transport needs, anything to help kick-start your career in BAE Systems.
Inclusivity within our recruitment Process
We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.