2026 Electronics Engineering Graduate

Location: Glasgow United KingdomIn fast changing markets customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each aerospace transportation defence security and space our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrows possible.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK we research develop and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace Defence Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats part time hours job sharing home working or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.2026 Electronics Engineering Graduate Start Date: 07 September 2026Salary: 34000 per annumLocation: GlasgowEmployee type: PermanentWorking Schedule: Monday Friday 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday Thursday 5 hours Friday)Are you passionate about engineering Do you have an inquisitive mind Do you want to be part of a Graduate Programme that will develop and challenge you If so then look no furtherWhat the role has to offerPermanent role from day oneWork on exciting projects within our business unitsReceive mentorship and support from our Engineering Leadership teamAn opportunity in year 3 to rotate into different business units and experience different parts of an engineering lifecycleThis is an exciting engineering graduate programme designed to create the next generation of aspiring technical experts specialists and leaders for Thales in the UK. We are looking for people with a passion for engineering combined with an inquisitive mind and an intrinsic interest in people leadership and success through teamwork. If you are looking for a broad learning experience Thales will offer you extensive development and challenges and support you with a unique level of exposure within our business so that you can drive your career progression at the rate right for you.Graduate Programme:This a 3 year programme with the option to rotate in Year 3 around the country across the different business units experiencing the engineering lifecycle. You will be assigned to a new or existing programme where you will work with and be supported by other engineers to design and develop engineering solutions to meet the needs of our customers.During your time on the programme you will be under the sponsorship and guidance of the Engineering Leadership team where you will follow a structured and detailed learning pathway to fast track your development within your role.Requirements: You will have gained or be on track to achieve a bachelors degree in a STEM Subject in one of the following subject areas:Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering (BEng/MEng)Electronic and Software Engineering (BSc/BEng/MEng)Computer and Electronic Engineering (BEng/MEng)All applicable Electronic/Electrical Engineering related degrees will be consideredThis programme is a great opportunity to work in one of the worlds leading engineering organisations and develop a long-term career building engineering solutions together safer everywhere.Please note that Graduate Development Programme (GDP) activities take place during the working week but may require the investment of some personal time for travel and follow-up activities. You may have the opportunity to travel to Thales and non-Thales sites throughout the UK when participating in GDP activities.Benefits201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)Company PensionHealth Care Cash PlanLife InsuranceDiscount PortalPerformance-related pay uplifts80 Hours Volunteering (first two years)Please note assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 07 September - Friday 11 September 2026.Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Monday 5 January 2026 this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps.PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY.Recruitment Process: For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process including hints and tips or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team a Graduate or an Apprentice please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr.Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales all of our roles are subject to security restrictions.All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK andwill be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full SecurityClearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held however if not currently held it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo achieve and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity eligibility to work in the UK time spent abroad over the last 5 years as well as employment and / or educational history.For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.In line with Thales Baseline Security requirements candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles or the Early Careers Teamfor graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here apply now Key Skills HR Administration,Drafting,E Learning,Concrete Pump,Environment Health And Safety,Adobe Indesign Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1