Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Do you want to be part of a Graduate Programme that will develop and challenge you? If so, then look no further…
What the role has to offer
- Work on exciting projects within our business units
- An opportunity in year 3 to rotate into different business units and experience different parts of an engineering lifecycle
- Option to complete a Level 7 (MSc) Postgraduate Engineering Apprenticeship
This is an exciting engineering graduate programme designed to create the next generation of aspiring technical experts, specialists and leaders for Thales in the UK. We are looking for people with a passion for engineering combined with an inquisitive mind and an intrinsic interest in people, leadership and success through teamwork. If you are looking for a broad learning experience, Thales will offer you extensive development and challenges, and support you with a unique level of exposure within our business so that you can you can drive your career progression at the rate right for you.
Graduate Programme
This a 3 year programme with the option to rotate in Year 3 around the country, across the different business units experiencing the engineering lifecycle. You will be assigned to a new or existing programme where you will work with and be supported by other engineers to design and develop engineering solutions to meet the needs of our customers.
During your time on the programme, you will be under the sponsorship and guidance of the Engineering Leadership team, where you will follow a structured and detailed learning pathway to fast track your development within your role.
As well as the knowledge gained through your business placements and as part of our commitment to nurture talent, you’ll have the option to complete a Postgraduate Engineer Apprenticeship at Level 7 (Masters) in various fields. The learning will be brought to you remotely and will support towards professional accreditation.
Requirements
You will have gained or be on track to achieve a bachelor’s degree in a STEM Subject or one of the following subject areas:
- Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering (BEng/MEng)
- Electronic and Software Engineering (BSc/BEng/MEng)
- Computer and Electronic Engineering (BEng/MEng)
- All applicable Electronic/Electrical Engineering related degrees will be considered
Benefits
- 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)
- Company Pension
- Health Care Cash Plan
- Life Insurance
- Discount Portal
- Performance-related pay uplifts
- 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years)
This programme is a great opportunity to work in one of the world’s leading engineering organisations and develop a long-term career building engineering solutions together, safer, everywhere.
Please note that Graduate Development Programme (GDP) activities take place during the working week but may require the investment of some personal time for travel and follow-up activities. You may have the opportunity to travel to Thales and non-Thales sites throughout the UK when participating in GDP activities.
Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Sunday 5 January 2025, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2025 with details of next steps.