Summer Placement - Engineering

Leonardo is seeking Summer Placement Engineers to join their team within the Electronic Warfare (EW) and Future Combat Air (FCA) lines of business. This opportunity is based at Capability Green, Luton.

The Programme

This is a 9-week Summer Placement Programme commencing on 28th June 2027. The programme aims to help students apply their studies in a practical setting, develop technical skills, and gain insight into the business. Successful placements may lead to offers for further placements or the Graduate Development programme.

What You Will Do

Summer placement students will be involved in tasks within one of the following engineering disciplines: Software, Systems, Hardware, Firmware, Microwave, or Antenna Engineering.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing support to real projects by applying academic knowledge practically.
• Undertaking activities such as designing, testing, qualifying, and supporting technology.
• Communicating with team members to gather information and examine outcomes.
• Delivering small packages of work to time, cost, and quality.
• Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project targets and solve problems.
• Gaining an understanding of the EW domain.
• Completing tasks in accordance with appropriate processes and procedures.
• Developing engineering skills with mentoring from experienced engineers.

What We Need From You

• A minimum of a predicted 2:2 grade in a relevant degree discipline.
• Preferred degree disciplines include Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or other STEM subjects.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to solve technical problems.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite.
• MATLAB/Simulink experience is beneficial.
• A strong passion or interest in engineering and/or science.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated with drive and enthusiasm.
• Ability to use initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Security Clearance

Many roles are subject to security requirements 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, potentially requiring continuous residency in the UK for five or ten years depending on the clearance level.