Martin-Baker Aircraft Co Ltd

Engineering apprenticeship at Martin-Baker providing hands-on training in precision machining and manufacturing while earning a qualification and building a long-term career in aerospace engineering.Job SummaryWhy work for Martin-BakerA career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you’re providing pilots with their last form of defence. What you’ll be doingMartin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world’s most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple – to save aircrew lives.Join us on this mission through our Apprenticeship Programme, starting September 2026. Please note that the Assessment Centre for this programme will take place on Tuesday 11th August. As well as achieving a qualification, you'll develop a strong foundation in precision machining while gaining hands-on experience in a professional engineering environment. Fully supported by your team, you'll learn a wide range of machining processes and techniques, including the operation of mills and lathes, tool setting, machine preparation, deburring, and inspection methods. You'll work with a variety of materials and manufacturing processes, building the practical skills and technical knowledge needed for a successful career in engineering.We’ll also provide the time needed for your commitments with training providers so that you successfully achieve all aspects of your apprenticeship.Our programme also helps you to develop your interpersonal skills with various activities throughout the course of the apprenticeship. These opportunities include STEM outreach, support at careers and business fairs and challenging yourself with resilience training.The future of engineering and manufacturing is changing. To future-proof your career Martin-Baker will always keep investing in your development. That’s a long-term promise. Because we want to learn from you, so keeping your skills up to date is important to us, and important for our future. After completing their apprenticeship, colleagues have gone on to specialise in fields as varied as procurement, explosives, research & design, and CNC programming. Who we’re looking forWe’re after people who are curious; who enjoy solving problems. We want people who want to learn. We’re a company that saves lives. Join us. Characteristics & Skills:Practical problem-solving skillsBe a team player, with the ability to work independentlyHave an eye for detail and getting things rightBe curious, and have an interest and enthusiasm for engineeringKnow how to listen and communicate effectively with others  Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker ValuesEducation & Qualifications:Minimum  of 5 GCSE’s, including English, Mathematics, and a Science subject. You will need to be graded 9-5 in Mathematics and 9-4 in English and Science What you’ll get out of itAt Martin-Baker you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you’ll develop new skills and gain strong industry experiences.Some of the benefits include:Established apprenticeship at a World-Renowned Engineering CompanyCompetitive salary plus 6-monthly performance-based reviewsHighly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)4x salary Life Assurance (18+)Personalised training and development planHealthcare Plan – additional discounts on healthcare memberships and gadgets25-days annual leave plus bank holidaysOpportunity to purchase additional annual leaveCycle to work schemeMartin-Baker+ (Discounts Platform)

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Graduate Systems Engineer role at Martin-Baker developing and supporting safety-critical aerospace systems through the full systems engineering lifecycle for world-leading aircraft ejection seats.Job SummaryEngineer the systems behind every life-saving escape. Build your career where every requirement has a purpose.Launch your engineering career in an environment where innovation, collaboration and safety come together. As a Graduate Systems Engineer within our Systems team at Denham, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to develop the complex safety-critical systems behind Martin-Baker's world-leading ejection seats and aircraft safety equipment.From capturing requirements to supporting verification and validation, you'll gain hands-on experience across the full systems engineering lifecycle while contributing to products trusted to perform when it matters most. Direct Impact, Global Scale. Life-Saving Mission.At Martin-Baker, the work we do matters. We design, manufacture and support life-saving equipment used by aircrew around the world. Our products operate in demanding environments, where quality, reliability and attention to detail are critical.We're proud of our long history in aerospace and defence, while remaining focused on the future. Joining Martin-Baker means becoming part of a business with a clear purpose, strong engineering capability and a long-term commitment to its people, products and customers.Whether you work in engineering, operations, commercial, finance, supply chain or support functions, your contribution helps deliver equipment that protects lives. It is challenging work, but it is also meaningful, and with over 7,700 lives saved, it gives our people the opportunity to be part of something with real impact. The OpportunityAs a Graduate Systems Engineer, you'll become part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for developing complex aerospace systems throughout the engineering lifecycle.Working alongside experienced Systems, Mechanical, Electronics and Software Engineers, you'll apply systems engineering principles to support the design, integration, verification and ongoing airworthiness of safety-critical products. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of engineering activities while developing your technical knowledge through structured learning, mentoring and real project experience.This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate looking to build a long-term career in systems engineering within a world-leading aerospace organisation.This role is based at our Denham site, with hybrid working considered following the probation period (6 months). What You'll DoApply systems engineering processes and methodologies throughout the product lifecycle.Capture, analyse and document stakeholder needs and system requirements.Develop and maintain system and sub-system requirements, ensuring full traceability.Support system architecture, design and modelling activities.Contribute to verification and validation activities, from proof-of-concept through to qualification testing.Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop integrated engineering solutions.Provide technical support and advice to internal stakeholders.Contribute to internal and external design reviews through written reports and technical presentations.Support the ongoing airworthiness of Martin-Baker products.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering quality, safety and business performance. What We're Looking ForA 1st or 2:1 accredited degree in a relevant STEM discipline.Knowledge of systems engineering principles across the engineering lifecycle.Understanding of requirements capture, definition, decomposition, verification and traceability.Experience working on complex engineering projects through academic, industrial placement or project work.Knowledge of engineering lifecycle phases and technical design reviews.Understanding of UK Defence Standards, US MIL-STDs or similar engineering frameworks.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.A proactive mindset with a genuine enthusiasm for learning, developing and taking ownership of your work.Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker values. DesirableExperience within aerospace, defence or other highly regulated industries.Knowledge of SysML and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).Understanding of modelling tools for complex engineering systems.Experience using simulation, scripting or engineering software tools.Knowledge of system integration, verification and validation activities.Understanding of ejection seat systems or other safety-critical products. Our ValuesAt Martin-Baker, we value professionalism, understanding, teamwork, humility, accountability and integrity. We look for people who take pride in their work, collaborate openly and act with care because the work we do matters. What We OfferExcellent pension package with strong employer support — Martin-Baker contributes 9% of your salary (non-contributory to the employee).Life Assurance.Lunchtime finish on a Friday.Personalised training and development plan.Healthcare plan.25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.Martin-Baker+ (retail discounts platform).Occupational Health team.Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme.Cycle to Work scheme.Exposure to complex, safety-critical aerospace engineering programmes.The opportunity to work alongside industry-leading engineering specialists.

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