Unlock the future of technology
Work on advanced, technology-led defence, and security solutions for our customers across the globe. Develop game-changing technologies, to help shape a more secure future for us all.
From creating energy efficient products, to applying your creative thinking to projects from the edges of space to the deepest depths of the ocean.
No matter where your tech skills lie, you'll find rewarding work creating innovative solutions to complex challenges. Wherever you choose to start your career – whether that’s as a systems or cyber security engineer, or even a data scientist – there’s a role here where your talent can shine.
What is the salary?
Your starting salary would be £34,000, plus a £2,000 welcome payment and optional 20% salary advance. Plus a flexible package of benefits to suit your lifestyle. Find out more
What are the eligibility requirements?
You’ll need a minimum 2:2 Bachelor’s degree in a subject related to your chosen area.
Please note: some roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions and your nationality or place of birth may limit the roles you can undertake.
What is the application process?
The stages of our application process include: a short online application. If you are successful, you'll then complete an online assessment with interactive activities, and an on-demand video interview. The next stage is competency-based interview, either virtual or face-to-face.
What does a BAE Systems graduate programme offer?
A non-rotational programme that gives you the choice of where you want to specialise and develop expertise, from day one. You will also have the opportunity to pace your own development over 18-30 months, to suit your lifestyle.
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Rewards & benefits
Experience and qualifications
You'll get hands-on experiences working on real-life projects. On many of the graduate development programmes, we'll also fully fund professional qualifications.
Training and
mentoring
Whether it's buddy schemes and mentoring or skills training and personal development, you'll grow and develop here.
Social and
networking
You'll get to connect with other graduates in different locations and lots of people across our diverse community at events and forums.
Market-leading
benefits
Starting salaries for our graduate programmes are £34,000, as well as a £2,000 welcome payment and optional 20% salary advance.
Hear from our inspiring people
Want to know more about what life is like at BAE Systems? Get the facts first hand from some of our current and former graduates.
Application process
What you can expect
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A two-week immersive induction to prepare you for your role.
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A development journey paced over 18-30 months including technical and personal development, supported by 1:1 coaching sessions.
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A personal effectiveness programme with career coaching and development modules.
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Ownership of your career path with a dedicated support structure including a buddy, mentor, coach and graduate development lead.
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Real-world experience in a supportive environment where you can shape your own career and benefit from early responsibility.
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Stretch projects to take you outside of your chosen role.
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Inclusive learning resources through videos, books, guides and also virtual learning on our digital learning platform, Spark.
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Flexible and hybrid working across many sites and roles.
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Competitive salary and benefits, and an emphasis on wellbeing and prioritising a healthy work/life balance.
