Job Description
RF Seekers Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026
The seeker is "the eyes" of every Missile; not just a collection of sensors, but a sophisticated integrated system which detects, identifies, and tracks targets. The seeker contains some of the most advanced technology in the Missile, and typically comprises around half of the development activity of a missile project.
Salary: £23,495
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES)
What we can offer you:
1. 1 year placement: starting September 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies
2. Company bonus: based on company performance and will vary year to year
3. Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
4. Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
5. Annual Leave: 25 days pl...