Mechanical Engineering Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship 2027 - Stevenage
MBDA · East Of England · SG1 2DA
About the role
Mechanical Engineering Apprentice - Fully Funded Qualification 🚀
Ready to build the future of defence technology? MBDA is looking for ambitious individuals to join our Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship program starting September 2027! This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, earn a fully funded qualification, and kick-start an epic career.
Your Mission:
You'll be split between Cambridge Regional College 📚 (one day a week) and our MBDA site, diving deep into the world of Mechanical Engineering. From designing and making to testing cutting-edge missile system hardware, you'll be involved in the entire product lifecycle. We'll equip you with industry-standard software (Creo Parametric, Altair HyperMesh, Ansys) and teach you essential engineering design and analysis skills. You'll collaborate with awesome teams like Electronics and Manufacturing, working on innovative technologies that defend our freedom. 🛡️ This four-year programme is your fast track to becoming a skilled engineer, with potential for leadership roles, becoming a technical specialist, or a project manager! We're proud to have developed some of the UK's top engineering apprentices and will support you in achieving professional accreditation with IMechE, IET, or RAeS.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Studying Mechanical Engineering principles and practices.
- Working on real-world projects within our Mechanical Engineering function.
- Learning and applying industry-standard engineering software.
- Gaining exposure to design, analysis, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Experiencing various placements including Mechanical Design, Analysis, Materials & Processes, and more!
What We're Looking For:
- Location: You'll need to ensure your home or rental location allows for manageable travel and minimised travel time to our MBDA site and your training provider. 📍
- Nationality: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. 🇬🇧
- Academic Prowess:
- GCSEs: Maths (Grade 5+), English Language (Grade 4+), plus 3 additional GCSEs (Grade 4+) including a Science or Technology subject.
- Post-GCSEs: A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points from one of the following:
- A Levels: Three A Levels with a minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points, including A Level Maths (no grade below C).
- BTEC: A single Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering (MMM or above), including a Distinction in Further Maths.
- T Level: A T Level in Engineering (Pass grade).
- *Note: We consider your top three A Levels or equivalent; EPQs are not included. Our entry criteria are set by us and may differ from university requirements.*
Why MBDA? We've Got You Covered!
- Fully Funded Qualification: We cover your education costs, starting September 2027! 🎓
- Paid Travel Expenses: We'll cover your travel to and from your place of study. ✈️
- Annual Pay Reviews: Your hard work will be rewarded. 💰
- Healthcare Cash Plan: Support for your everyday health costs (medical, dental, optical, wellbeing). 🩺
- Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase options) and up to 15 days flexi-leave. 🏖️
- Study Leave: Dedicated time off for your exams. 📖
- Annual Bonus: Reward for your dedication. ✨
- Dynamic Working: Flexibility in your work schedule and location. 🌍
- Enhanced Parental Leave: Comprehensive support for new parents. 👨👩👧👦
- Lifestyle Perks: Discounts, vouchers, Costco membership, tech schemes, and more! 🛍️
- Gym & Social Clubs: On-site gym and discounted memberships, plus social activities. 💪
- Pension & Finance Support: Retirement savings plan, financial education, share schemes, mortgage advice, and critical illness cover. 🏦
- Free Financial Advice: Seminars and resources to help you plan your future. 📈
- Extracurricular Learning Budget: £150 towards approved courses annually. 💡
- Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support), voluntary private medical insurance, dental insurance, and healthcare cash plans. ❤️
Security Clearance:
All successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks. Please note that as a defence industry employer, nationality and right-to-work restrictions apply. 🕵️
Application Deadline:
Midnight on Friday, 22nd January 2027 (may close earlier). ⏰
Ready to Apply?
1. Submit your application: Tell us all about yourself!
2. Online Assessment - Part One: Tailored assessment with a personalised report.
3. Online Assessment - Part Two: Authentic work scenario video tasks.
4. Assessment Centre: Half-day virtual experience with tasks and team intros.
5. Offer: A call to discuss feedback and your offer.
Don't miss out! Apply now and shape your future with MBDA!
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Key responsibilities
- Work within the Mechanical Engineering function.
- Contribute to the design, making, and testing of missile system hardware.
- Work as part of a multi-functional project team.
- Collaborate regularly with colleagues across engineering disciplines.
- Apply scientific and mathematical based principles and practices.