Weapon System Equipment Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2025 at MBTA

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

NoVisa

Defense, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Currently studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Able to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS)

Responsibilities

Sub-System & Equipment Requirements generation and management
Technical management of equipment development, production and delivery to meet Customer milestones
Managing equipment and hardware development trials
Develop equipment policies and technical standards to improve capability
Regular contact with a variety of partners including external MBDA Customers and Suppliers
Working with a multi-disciplined team across all parts of the product lifecycle (e.g. procurement, commercial, mechanical & electrical engineers, software engineers, trials & integration teams)
Managing groups of equipment and Weapon System sub-systems from the bidding stage, into the concept & requirements generation phase, through their development programme, and on to production & delivery and final integration onto the platform or launcher
Providing technical and project management to ensure that products & equipment are fit for purpose and delivered on time and to cost

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Systems EngineeringProject ManagementRequirements EngineeringProduct ManagementIntegration Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this undergraduate placement?

The salary is £23,495 (pro rata).

Is remote working available for this role?

Where possible, a blended approach to on-site and remote working will be accommodated, but it depends on project requirements and access to specific site facilities. The location is Bristol.

What degree subjects are required for this position?

Candidates must currently be studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science.

What does the Weapon System Equipment team do?

The team manages groups of equipment and weapon system sub-systems from bidding through to production, delivery, and integration, providing technical and project management to ensure products are fit for purpose, on time, and to cost.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this role?

Currently studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science, along with being a British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship to meet security clearance requirements.

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees