Industrial Placement Opportunity in Microwave Engineering

4 weeks ago


Luton, Luton, United Kingdom Leonardo SpA Full time

Job Opportunity:

We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic students to join our team as part of a 12-month Industrial Placement in Microwave Engineering. This placement will provide you with the opportunity to gain practical experience in real-world projects while working alongside talented engineers and contributing to the development of advanced systems for fast jets, UAVs, land, and naval platforms.

The Programme:

Leonardo's Industrial Placement programme offers a paid placement (£25,000) to develop your knowledge and skills you require to become an engineering or business professional of the future. Our Industrial Placement Programme is designed for students partway through their degree. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working on innovative projects that contribute to our business and technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Work alongside senior engineers to design and develop microwave and RF components for high-performance systems
  2. Test and validate designs in laboratory environments to ensure they meet rigorous performance standards
  3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate your designs into larger electronic warfare systems
  4. Document the design and testing processes, sharing insights and progress with team members and stakeholders
  5. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the microwave engineering team

Requirements:

We are looking for students who are passionate about developing Microwave and RF systems and eager to contribute to complex engineering projects:

  1. Education: You should be working towards a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field with a strong interest in microwave and RF design
  2. Skills and Interests: A basic understanding of microwave/RF design principles is helpful, but no prior experience is required. We provide training and mentoring throughout the placement
  3. Teamwork and Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to problem-solving, with excellent teamwork and communication skills. Willingness to collaborate and grow in a dynamic environment

Benefits:

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including a company-funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers.

Security Clearance:

Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.



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