Summer Placement Software Engineer – Leonardo Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Programme: 13 weeks, 1 June 2026 – 28 August 2026. Contract type: Fixed term. Hybrid working: Onsite.
About the Programme
Leonardo’s Summer Placement Programme is a paid, 13‑week opportunity for students to apply their studies in a practical setting, develop technical skills, and gain valuable insight into how the business operates. This programme offers a chance to work on real‑world projects across multidisciplinary integrated teams in Edinburgh, including state‑of‑the‑art avionics sensor systems such as radar for fighter jets and laser target designators.
Responsibilities
* Provide support to real-world projects.
* Apply knowledge gained while studying in a practical way.
* Undertake activities including designing, testing, qualifying and supporting technology across our range of products.
* Work as part of an established engineering community, supported by experienced engineers.
* Deliver small packages of work on time, cost and quality.
* Collaborate across multiple disciplines to achieve project targets and solve problems.
* Communicate with team members to share knowledge.
* Complete tasks to a high standard following appropriate processes and procedures.
* Use the opportunity to develop engineering skills, with mentoring and supervision.
* Prepare a short presentation at the start of the placement to introduce yourself and discuss your work.
* Showcase what you have learned at the end of the placement to the Head of Software and the wider team.
Qualifications
* Minimum predicted 2:1 grade in a relevant degree discipline (Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Electronic Engineering or equivalent).
* Completed a first degree with the potential for further higher degree (MSc or PhD).
* Solid knowledge of computer programming.
* Experience with an object‑oriented language such as C++ and knowledge of UML is an advantage.
Competencies we look for
* Demonstrated interest in software engineering for real‑time avionic systems development.
* Enthusiasm for designing software and writing code.
Personal Attributes
* Self‑motivated with drive and enthusiasm.
* Independent initiative to achieve objectives.
* Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a changing environment.
* Strong customer focus and responsiveness.
* Thoroughness and high standards.
* Flexibility and adaptability to situational change.
Security Clearance
This role requires pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply if required for The Security Check (SC). For more information, see https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rated for placement).
* Employer contribution to pension scheme (up to 15%).
* Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led inclusion networks.
* Free access to over 4,000 online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
Key Details
* Primary Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
* Contract Type: Fixed term.
* Hybrid Working: Onsite.
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