Graduate Engineer (Systems)

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title

Graduate Engineer (Systems)

Job Location

Bristol, UK

Job ID

21920

About this opportunity and L3Harris UK

From 11 UK sites, our team of nearly 1,000 people delivers unique capabilities across space, air, land, sea and cyber for military, security and commercial customers across the UK and worldwide.

L3Harris in Bristol provides warship automation systems through control and simulation solutions that are in service on Albion Class Landing Platform Docks and Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers. More systems are being developed and delivered for Type 26 and Type 31 Frigates.

Successful applicants will join our rotational graduate scheme holding a primary focus on Systems Engineering, (requirements decomposition using industry tools, product design, test and qualification).

Please note, applications for this role will close on Thursday 10^th April 2025. Success applicants will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre in May 2025.

About this scheme

This framework provides rotations through other disciplines to allow you to have a deeper understanding of other engineering teams; from Systems, Electrical and Mechanical design through to Test, Simulation and Product Support. Each functional rotation requires significant contribution towards real world applications.

Throughout, you receive suitable training opportunities to cultivate a wide range of competencies to shape you into a well-rounded engineer. You will have a dedicated mentor, many networking opportunities and support with Professional membership. The scheme will conclude with a performance and salary review in order to consider your progression and evaluate your future development needs.

All graduates will automatically be enrolled into the L3Harris UK chapter of the Early Careers Professionals Employee Resource Group (ERG), GIANTS (Graduate Intern, Apprentice Nurturing Training Scheme).

Please note, this is a 24-month program.

A few of our employee benefits are:

• Half day finish on a Friday
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support

What you’ll bring

The role requires the following experience and skills:

• 2:1 or above in Systems Engineering (or relevant STEM subject), or equivalent qualification and experience (e.g. Apprenticeship)
• Awareness of Systems Engineering development lifecycles
• Basic understanding of key aspects of Systems Engineering; requirements, architectural design, integration and/or Verification.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficient IT skills in all standard Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to learn and tenacious approach to problem solving
• Demonstrable passion for technology and keeping up to date with latest innovations

Important to know

Due to the nature of our work many our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security checks.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.