Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 6 Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in Bristol, starting September 2027.
- Earn a starting salary of £23,000 per year, with a £3,000 joining bonus and annual pay reviews.
- Gain hands-on experience in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Radiation Effects (RE) within a leading defence organisation.
- Requires specific GCSEs and A-Level/T-Level/BTEC qualifications equivalent to 120 UCAS points.
- Applications close on 22nd January 2027, but may close earlier.
About the Role
This is a 4-year, full-time Degree Apprenticeship programme starting in September 2027.
Salary and Benefits
- Starting Salary: £23,000 per year
- Joining Bonus: £3,000
- Pay Reviews: Annual pay reviews
- Travel Expenses: Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study
- Annual Leave: 25 days per year (plus holiday purchase)
- Flexi Leave: Up to 15 days
- Study Leave: During exam periods
- Healthcare Cash Plan: Support with medical, dental, optical, physio, and health & wellbeing costs.
Qualification
You will study for an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, leading to a BEng (Hons) in ElectroMechanical Engineering.
Programme Structure
- Year 1: Full-time at college during term time; full-time onsite during college holidays in the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) function.
- Years 2 & 3: A mix of college (one and a half days per week) and onsite work. Study location in year 3 will be a mix of AMTEC and UWE (Frenchay Campus).
- Year 4: One day per week at college, studying at UWE.
Work Location
Bristol. Applicants need to ensure their home or rental location is appropriate for travel to the MBDA site and the training provider.
Department
The role is within the EMC and Radiation Effects (RE) department, part of the Environmental Engineering and Facilities (EE&F) function. This department includes a test team and a consultancy team embedded across projects.
What We're Looking For
GCSEs:
- Maths: Grade 5 minimum
- English Language: Grade 5 minimum
- 3 additional GCSEs at Grade 4 minimum, including a Science or Technology subject.
Post-GCSE Qualifications (equivalent to 120 UCAS Tariff points):
- A Levels: Three A levels totalling 120 UCAS Tariff points, including Maths and either a Science, Technology or Engineering subject, with no individual grade below C.
- T Levels: T Level in Engineering with a minimum Merit grade.
- BTECs: A single Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering at a minimum grade of DDM, including a distinction in a Further Maths module.
Note: Entry criteria are based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications. Extended Project Qualifications are not included. MBDA's entry criteria may differ from the university's.
If you are currently studying and predicted to meet these requirements by the start date, you are welcome to apply.
Security Clearance
- Must be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
- Successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).
Application Deadline
This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Friday 22nd January 2027, but may close earlier depending on application volumes.