TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience as an Electronics Engineer on a 6-month paid MEng placement.
- Work on real-world projects in radar or electro-optic products at Leonardo's Edinburgh or Newcastle sites.
- Placement runs from 1st June to 3rd December 2027.
- Requires students in the final or penultimate year of an MEng Electronic Engineering degree.
- Includes a comprehensive benefits package and potential progression to a Graduate Development Programme.
About the Role
Leonardo is offering a 6-month paid MEng placement for students in their final or penultimate year of an Electronic Engineering (MEng) degree. This is an opportunity to work on real-time projects alongside leading scientists and engineers.
What You'll Do
- Gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects from day one.
- Apply your studies in a practical setting and develop technical skills.
- Undertake an individual project in an area of electronics design relevant to radar or electro-optic products, supporting your academic course.
- Be introduced to electronic development processes and utilise state-of-the-art methods, technology, and tools.
- Receive day-to-day guidance and on-the-job training from an experienced engineer.
- Work within multidisciplinary teams across the product lifecycle.
- Contribute to solving real-life engineering problems on state-of-the-art avionics sensor systems.
- Develop practical skills in design techniques for aerospace applications, understand key technologies, and gain experience using ECAD tools and test equipment.
- Deliver technical reports and presentations on your work assignments.
Key Dates
- Placement Duration: 1st June 2027 to 3rd December 2027.
- Working Pattern: You are required to spend at least three or four days each week on site.
Entry Requirements
- Currently matriculated in an MEng course, typically in Electronic Engineering, Engineering Science, Physics, or a relevant discipline.
- Require a 6-month industrial placement to meet the academic requirements of your course.
- Demonstrate an interest in one or more disciplines within Electronic Engineering (e.g. RF, Microwave, Power Supply, FPGAs, or High-Speed Digital Circuitry).
Competencies
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to use initiative.
- Adaptable to changing priorities.
- Collaborative and flexible approach.
Security Clearance
- Many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions.
- Successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration, and employment/education history verification for the previous five years.
- Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply for more sensitive posts, generally requiring continuous UK residency for five years (SC level) or ten years (DV level).
Benefits
- Company-funded benefits package.
- Generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
- Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks.
- Flexible benefits allowance of up to £500 annually for private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships, and more.
How to Apply
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