Degree Apprenticeships

Our Degree level Apprenticeships offer you the chance to live your life while building your future. We pay your tuition fees and support your learning, while you’ll gain valuable work experience on ground-breaking projects throughout your apprenticeship.

Please find a list of roles we typically recruit each year.

Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme

Opportunities available

- Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
  Air - Samlesbury/Warton
  
  Air - Brough
  
  Are you interested in the academic aspects of Engineering theory? Do you have a logical mind? If so the Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme (EDAS) might be for you. The EDAS Aerospace Degree Apprenticeship covers a wide range of engineering areas and disciplines within BAE Systems Air Sector. You will be getting practical work experience whilst also studying towards a BEng (Hons) Degree in Aerospace Engineering.
  
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- Cost Estimating Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  As a Project Management (Cost Estimating) Degree Apprentice, you will be part of the Commercial function working closely with all areas of the business, across a broad spectrum of tasks, from facility business cases to design studies to whole boat pricing that will give you an excellent understanding of the Submarines business and how it operates.
  
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- Cyber Engineering Apprenticeship
  Naval Ships - Frimley
  
  As an Engineering Professional you will provide technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software engineering, network infrastructure and cyber security analysis.
  
  Maritime Services - Broad Oak
  
  As an Engineering Professional you will provide technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software engineer and cyber security.
  
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- Cyber Security Apprenticeship
  Air - Christchurch
  
  Are you a creative thinker, do you have an interest in computers, software, analysing data, cyber security or just like to know how things work. If so, the Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) Apprenticeship might be for you. You will be dividing your time over the 5 years between University where you will be working towards an Honours Degree, and work on projects, applying your new academic skills whilst gaining and evidencing practical work experience.
  
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- Data Analyst Apprenticeship
  Shared Services - Farnborough
  
  As an Analyst Apprentice in BAE Systems CORDA you will be working with a team of analytical consultants providing our clients with high-impact, evidence based advice. During our 4 year Level 6 Analyst Apprenticeship you will gain a role-related degree, whilst delivering analysis for both BAE Systems business units and external clients in the MOD and wider Government.
  
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  The primary role of a Data Analyst is to collect, organise and study data to provide business insight. Typically involved with managing, cleansing, abstracting and aggregating data, and conducting a range of studies on that data. They work across a variety of projects, understanding and providing technical data solutions to a range of stakeholders/customers issues. They document and report the results of activities making recommendations to improve business performance. They have a good understanding of data structures, database systems and procedures and the range of tools used to undertake a range of different types of analyses.
  
  Maritime Services - Portsmouth
  
  As an Engineering Professional you will provide technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software engineer and cyber security.
  
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- Digital and Technology Solutions Apprenticeship (Data Analytics)
  Air - Christchurch
  
  Air - Samlesbury/Warton
  
  Are you a creative thinker, do you have an interest in computers, software, analysing data, cyber security or just like to know how things work. If so, the Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) Apprenticeship might be for you. You will be dividing your time over the 5 years between University where you will be working towards an Honours Degree, and working collaboratively on projects, applying your new academic skills whilst gaining and evidencing practical work experience.
  
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- Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  Land - Glascoed
  
  The Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offers a wide and exciting variety of opportunities in a broad spectrum of Engineering disciplines. These varied disciplines will provide you with the opportunity to engage in a range of design and test activities, from detailed requirements and performance analysis, generation of test procedures and reviewing of evidence, to writing technical specifications and contributing to the ongoing development and qualification of vital submarine structures, systems and equipment.
  
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- Enterprise Architect Apprenticeship
  Air - Samlesbury/Warton
  
  Are you a creative thinker, do you have an interest in computers, software, data, cyber security or just like to know how things work. If so, the Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) Apprenticeship might be for you. You will be dividing your time over the 5 years between University where you will be working towards an Honours Degree, and work on projects, applying your new academic skills whilst gaining and evidencing practical work experience.
  
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- Information Management Technology Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  This four year Information Management & Technology (IM&T) Degree Apprenticeship is designed to develop and support you to become a qualified IT professional of the future through the opportunity to work on real, live projects
  
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- Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  As a Manufacturing Degree Apprentice at BAE Systems you will work within either our Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering teams, playing a pivotal role in the planning and smooth delivery of the UK’s national sub-sea deterrent.
  
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- Network Engineering Apprenticeship
  Naval Ships - Frimley
  
  As an Engineering Professional you will provide technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software engineering, network infrastructure and cyber security analysis.
  
  Air - Christchurch
  
  Are you a creative thinker, do you have an interest in computers, software, data, cyber security or just like to know how things work. If so, the Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) Apprenticeship might be for you. You will be dividing your time over the 5 years between University where you will be working towards an Honours Degree, and working collaboratively on projects, applying your new academic skills whilst gaining and evidencing practical work experience.
  
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- Nuclear Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  On the Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme at BAE Systems Submarines, you will be part of a team working and supporting on some of the biggest and most ambitious engineering projects in the world.
  
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- Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) Apprenticeship
  Land - Glascoed
  
  As an Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) Apprentice you will be responsible for safely participating in the research & development of new energetic materials using novel materials and processing techniques. This role is wide-ranging and has both practical and theoretical elements. You will often be viewed as a multi-disciplined engineer, with knowledge of a wide range of energetic materials.
  
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- Operations Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Broad Oak
  
  During this five-year Project Management (Operations) Degree Apprenticeship you will be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of different projects by gathering information about time, cost and quality constraints, identifying and analysing data trends and driving actions to their conclusion.
  
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- Project Control Apprenticeship
  Air - Warton/Samlesbury
  
  Do you have an eye for analysing data? The ability to recognise patterns and trends? To synthesise data and trends into information, projecting potential areas of concern into the future and identify actions today to stop the issues occurring tomorrow?
  If so, then the Project Control Programme could be for you. Consisting of work experience through five separate, year-long placements, together with an Honours Degree in Project Control, what better way to start your career in Project Control.
  
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- Project Management Apprenticeship
  Shared Services - Preston
  
  The Project Management Degree Apprenticeship is a five year scheme within BAE Systems Shared Services. Through a series of rotational work placements, you will learn and demonstrate skills required to successfully manage our complex projects and programmes including; communication, schedule management, budgeting and cost control, stakeholder management, risk management and project governance.
  
  Submarines - Broad Oak
  
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  Maritime Services - Broad Oak/Portsmouth
  
  Naval Ships - Filton
  
  During the Project Management Degree Apprenticeship you will be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of different projects by gathering information about time, cost and quality constraints, identifying and analysing data trends and driving actions to their conclusion.
  
  Air - Samlesbury/Warton
  
  Air - Christchurch
  
  The Project Management Integrated Degree Apprenticeship is a five year scheme. Through five annual work placements you will learn and demonstrate skills required to successfully manage our complex projects and programmes including; communication, schedule management, budgeting and cost control, stakeholder management, risk management and project governance. Over 50% of those undertaking the Honours degree in Project Management, graduate with a first class Honours degree.
  
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- Quality Engineering
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  You will train to become a Quality Engineer within the Quality Function on this extensive five-year degree apprenticeship programme. We will support you to balance your academic studies with on the job learning; allowing you to gain a degree in Project Management, whilst understanding how to link theory to common practice.
  Quality is integral to the design, manufacturing and commissioning of the Submarines, which protect our nation and our way of life.
  
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- Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
  Air - Samlesbury/Warton
  
  Air - Brough
  
  Air - Yeovil
  
  Are you a creative thinker, do you have an interest in computers, software, games, electronics systems or just like to know how things work. If so, the EDAS Software Degree Apprenticeship might be for you. You will be dividing your time over the 4 years between University where you will be working towards an Honours Degree, and work on projects, applying your new academic skills whilst gaining and evidencing practical work experience via your Level 4 Diploma.
  
  Maritime Services - Broad Oak
  
  As an Engineering Professional you will provide technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software engineering and cyber security. You will also enable the businesses to develop new products and services, using digital technologies.
  
  Naval Ships - Frimley
  
  As an Engineering Professional you will provide technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software engineering, network infrastructure and cyber security analysis.
  
  Electronic Systems - Rochester
  
  This apprentice program is provided to develop your capabilities as a Software Engineer. You will be trained to be able to design, build and test high-quality software solutions. You will learn to apply engineering principles to all stages of the software development process, from requirements, through design, development, implementation, integration and verification.
  
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- Supply Chain Apprenticeship
  Land - Glascoed
  
  The role will support all aspects of Planning & Logistics function, including Scheduling, Planning, Stores. This opportunity allows the successful individual the opportunity to work within different areas of the Planning and Logistics function to develop an in depth knowledge of practical Planning and Logistics processes.
  
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- Systems Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Weymouth
  
  Submarines - Frimley
  
  The Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offers a wide and exciting variety of opportunities. You will have the opportunity to engage in a range of design and test activities, from detailed requirements and performance analysis, generation of test procedures and reviewing of evidence, to writing technical specifications and contributing to the ongoing development and qualification of vital submarine structures, systems and equipment.
  
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- Systems Engineering (Combat Systems) Apprenticeship
  Naval Ships - Glasgow
  
  As a Combat Systems Engineering Degree Apprentice, you will be working with a team of highly skilled, dedicated employees and fellow apprentices from across our Naval Ships business. You’ll be part of a team that designs, manufactures and integrates the next generation of complex surface ships and combat systems for customers around the world, including the Royal Navy.
  
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- Test and Commissioning Engineering Apprenticeship
  Submarines - Barrow-in-Furness
  
  The Test and Commissioning Degree Apprenticeship offers a wide and exciting variety of opportunities in a broad spectrum of Test and Commissioning disciplines. The Apprentices will work as part of a committed team to meet departmental goals whilst developing their technical skills & understanding of the different Test Sections & T&C processes. The individuals will gain experience working towards key events of the boat build and will develop their skills and knowledge through rotations in each of the test sections within the department.
  
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How to apply

We ask all candidates to apply online using our application form to ensure our selection process is completely fair and consistent. Following your online application you will be invited to undertake a virtual assessment involving gamified assessment challenges and video questions. If you are successful, you’ll be invited to either a virtual or face-to-face interview. Our main recruitment window runs from the beginning of September every year. Please note: where sufficient applications have been received these roles be closed therefore early application is advised.