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BAE Systems

Summer Intern Manufacturing Engineer

Salary:  £25,900 per annum
Location:  Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
Location flexibility:  1 office day / week, 2 office days / week, 3 office days / week – Hybrid options are dependant on role and can range from fully remote to on-site full time, 4 office days / week
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Job Description

Description

Job title: Summer Intern Submarines Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Barrow (Cumbria). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site up to 5 days per week.

Salary: £25,900 (pro-rata)

End Date: 10th September 2027

Who we are

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description

Within the Manufacturing Engineering function, you will use innovative thinking to transform designs into products and processes, helping manufacturing and construction teams deliver cutting-edge technology effectively. The role provides exposure to multiple areas of the business, from resolving manufacturing challenges on the shop floor to supporting strategic workflows that develop functional capabilities. You will produce departmental documentation, liaise with planning and other technical teams, and contribute to the development of innovative process and product solutions. You will also help strengthen customer and external relationships while working across manufacturing workstreams to share best practice and expand your knowledge and skills.

Core Duties

  • Support build line and continuous improvements.
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  • Be responsible for communicating and working with a variety of stakeholders to deliver packages of work which achieve a ‘business best practice’ solution.
  • Be responsible for the correct and efficient use of Lean Tools and Techniques (A3 reporting, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis etc.).
  • Influence the design to ensure it is in line with current & evolving manufacturing capability.
  • Be responsible for translating the Engineering Design intent (Drawings, standards etc.) into Manufacturing Engineering data for use in Manufacturing Operations.
  • The Submarine Team

    Be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the Astute and Dreadnought Class, the largest and most advanced submarines operated by the Royal Navy, providing a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom.

    Why BAE Systems

    Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

    A place where everyone can thrive

    We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

    Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

    Qualification requirements

    As a minimum requirement you’ll need to be on track to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: Any STEM subject.

    Start date: 21st June 2027 Length of contract: 12 weeks

    Working at BAE Systems

    Hybrid - Hybrid options are dependant on role and can range from fully remote to on-site full time

    A little flex time – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements depending on the role you apply for – explore your options with our recruiter during the application process.

    Company employees:

    Around 110,000

    Hiring in countries

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    Belgium

    Denmark

    France

    Germany

    Ireland

    Luxembourg

    Malaysia

    Poland

    Singapore

    South Africa

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    United Kingdom

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    Company benefits

    Adoption leave
    Annual bonus
    Buy or sell annual leave
    Collaboration spaces
    Cycle to work scheme
    Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
    Employee discounts
    Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks paid, up to 52 weeks total, with the option of returning to work on reduced hours for the first 13 weeks
    Enhanced paternity leave – 4 weeks for eligible employees
    Enhanced pension match/contribution
    Family health insurance
    Fertility treatment leave
    Gym membership – Discounts available
    Health insurance
    In house training
    Learning license
    Lunch and learns
    Mental health support
    Mental health first aiders
    Mental health platform access
    Modern office
    Neonatal leave
    Open to compressed hours
    Open to job sharing
    Open to part time work for some roles
    Open to part-time employees
    Pregnancy loss leave
    Private booths
    Referral bonus
    Relocation packages
    Reservist leave – 15 days
    Salary sacrifice
    Secure on-site parking
    Share options
    Shared parental leave
    Mentoring

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