Undergraduate Electronic Engineer

Job description

Job Description

DescriptionLength of placement: 12 monthsJob title: Industrial Placement Digital Intelligence Electronic EngineerLocation: Great BaddowWe offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week. Salary: £25,900End date: 16th June 2028Who we areJoin BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most.

You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role descriptionOur Electronic Engineers design and develop analogue and digital electronics, VHDL and embedded/low level software for a wide range of electronic systemsCore duties

• Contributing to the full engineering lifecycle, from working with clients through to every aspect of hardware design and manufacture
• Implementing complex signal processing algorithms in VHDL
• Designing switch mode power supplies, working on low power embedded systems, developing ruggedized devices for challenging environments
• Assisting colleagues to pitch new ideas to clients
• Managing multiple assignments independently, with support from colleagues
• Carrying out research, data collection and analysisThe Digital Intelligence TeamDrive success and innovation at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, where you will develop skills to be an integral part in delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect and empower global security. Why BAE SystemsHere you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thriveWe're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Qualification requirementsAs 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/Electronic Engineering/Maths/PhysicsStart date:21st June 2027Length of contract:12 months

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chelmsford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English