Graduate Software Developer

4 weeks ago


Lancaster Lancashire, United Kingdom BAE Systems (New) Full time

Job Title Graduate Air IM&T Software Developer

Location Warton/Samlesbury (Lancashire)

Start Date 27th January 2025

BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Graduate Programme you will be required to attend your site 3-4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.

Here at BAE Systems Air, we have a long and proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft.

Today, we operate across the globe, in multiple markets to support our customers – wherever, whenever and whatever their challenges may be. We support them across the whole life cycle of the air sector – from design, development and production, through to provision of aircraft, training, support and maintenance.

Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under represented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

What you will be doing
As a Graduate you will work collaboratively with your team to create cutting edge software for our platforms and be involved in the entire lifecycle of a product, from concept, design and development through to delivery and maintenance in service.

You will be expected to work closely with engineers from multiple adjacent skillsets engineering, manufacturing and/or business systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Make a real contribution to addressing the engineering issues on a programme and to encompass requirements capture/evaluation, systems and software design, software implementation, software unit and integration testing, qualification and certification as well as defect investigation and resolution.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills will be required as you will be working as part of a large complex team, delivering software solutions for highly complex and software platforms.
  • Articulate a strong understanding of multiple software development lifecycles and several of the toolsets used in each phase of the lifecycle.

Skills
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Software Development or a related subject.

Opportunities for Growth and Development:
We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.

Community Involvement:
In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.

Retention and Career Development:
Recognizing the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

Benefits
You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

On commencement of employment you will be paid a one-off non-consolidated lump sum payment of £2,000 (the “Welcome Payment”). The Welcome Payment is subject to the normal deductions and will be paid with your first salary payment. This provides you with the perfect opportunity to ease your transition, whether this be relocation cost, securing housing, ensuring smooth and reliable transport needs, anything to help kick-start your career in BAE Systems.

Inclusivity within our recruitment Process
We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Export Control/Security
Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Development or a related subject.

Start date (dd Month Year) 27th January 2025

Length of contract Permanent contract

What we're proud of

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By 2030 we have set our ambition for women to make up at least 50% of our Executive Committee and 30% of our workforce

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Our target is to achieve net zero emissions by 2030

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We actively support both our national and local communities, collectively volunteering around 1400 working days every year

Life at BAE Systems We’re a skilled, diverse, collaborative community of over 90,500 people, creating some of the world's most advanced,technology-led defence, aerospace, marine, land, and security solutions. We value the creativity and innovation of a diverse and inclusive team,and trust and empower our people to thrive, no matter what their background or experience. Discover more trending_flat Read what colleagues past and present have to say about life at BAE Systems.

Diversity, equity and inclusion We want everyone here to feel valued and empowered to thrive. Who you are should never define what you can do. We believe when you bring together different people and different perspectives it inspires creativity and drives innovation. It helps us fulfil our purpose and it’s integral to our culture. Everyone is heard and respected here. Discover more trending_flat

Learning and development If you’re curious, hungry for more responsibility, and prepared to step out of your comfort zone, there are endless opportunities to grow with us. At every stage of your career our first-class training, coaching and development programmes, role models and mentors will help you embrace your potential and take the next step. Discover more trending_flat

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