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Find out how you can build a brighter, better, more secure tomorrow as part of our apprenticeship programme.
BAE Systems
Start something extraordinary. Find your purpose.
From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, earn and learn whilst you pioneer how we protect our future.
As an apprentice, whether taking the first step in your career or looking to reskill in something new, you’ll find purposeful work on real-world projects that matter.
Whether your passion lies in engineering, manufacturing, technology or business and whatever your experience, you’ll be supported alongside the brightest minds through training, experienced mentors and inclusive networks that help you to thrive.
With a workforce of around 110,000 people in more than 40 countries, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Learning a new trade is something that you can take with you for the rest of your days. With BAE Systems, there’s so many routes you can take.
Apprentice Pipefitter, UK
Why BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we create advanced technology that helps protect people and national security across air, land, sea, and cyber. As an apprentice, you’ll play a meaningful role in shaping a safer, more secure future for generations to come.
We believe diversity fuels innovation. That’s why your background and unique perspective will be valued, and your hard work recognised. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where you’ll be empowered to pioneer, solve and grow. Working together towards a shared purpose.
You can explore limitless opportunities across disciplines and geographies, earning while you learn and gaining industry recognised qualifications. With long-term career prospects and work that truly makes an impact, you’ll find the security and freedom to shape your career.
Whether you’re taking your first step into work or switching up your career; with operations in more than 40 countries and apprenticeships that span 4 levels you’ll be able to find a role that suits you. Pioneer your future today.
Nationality restrictions:
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.
Perks and benefits
Bonus and reward scheme
Flexible working
Generous parental leave
Health cover
Learning and development
Pension
Remote working
Rewards and benefits
BAE Systems
Stirling Square, 6 Carlton Gardens, London, United Kingdom, SW1Y 5AD
Visit our websiteCompany information
- Headquarters:
- London
- Founded:
- 1999
- Company size:
- Around 110,000
- Industry:
- Defence / Aerospace / Engineering / Technology
Locations
Rochester
Marconi Way, Rochester, United Kingdom, ME1 2xx
Cumbria
Barrow - in Furness, Cumbria, United Kingdom, LA14 1AF
Glasgow
South Street, Scotstoun, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G14 0XN
Portsmouth
Broad Oak, The Airport, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO3 5PQ
Crewe
Radway Green, Crewe, United Kingdom, CW2 5PJ
Usk
Glascoed, Usk, United Kingdom, NP15 1XL
Frimley
Victory Point, Lyon Way, Frimley, United Kingdom, GU16 7EX
Warton
Warton Aerodrome, Warton, United Kingdom, PR4 1AX
Christchurch
Grange Road, Christchurch, United Kingdom, BH23 4JE
Brough
Saltgrounds Road, Brough, United Kingdom, HU15 1EQ
Yeovil
Lupin Way, Yeovil, United Kingdom, BA22 8UZ
Cowes
Newport Road, Cowes, United Kingdom, PO31 8PF
Balderstone
Samlesbury Aerodrome, Balderstone, United Kingdom, BB2 7LF
Dorchester
Unit D1, Marabout Industrial Estate, Dorchester, United Kingdom, DT1 1YA
Bristol
New Filton House, Golf Course Lane, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS34 7QW
Gloucester
1270, Lansdowne Court, Gloucester Business Park, Gloucester , United Kingdom, GL3 4AB
Glasgow
1048 Govan Road, Govan, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G51 4XP
Towcester
Wood Burcote Road, Towcester, United Kingdom, NN12 6TF
Leeds
Avalon House, Savannah Way, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS10 1AB
London
6 Carlton Gardens, London, United Kingdom, SW1Y 5AD
Alton
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, 8 Oriel Court, Alton, United Kingdom, GU34 2YT
Guildford
Waterside House, 170 Priestley Road, Guildford, United Kingdom, GU2 7RQ
HMNB Portsmouth
Portsmouth Naval Base, Room 232, Building 1/100, HMNB Portsmouth , United Kingdom, PO1 3LS
Testimonials
Making an impact
As an apprentice there's a perception, you're not going to have that much of an impact, but that’s not the case here. 6 weeks after joining, I was asked to lead on a technical demonstration for the client and senior stakeholders.
Supportive Environment
I’ve developed not only as an engineer, but personally. My hard & soft skills have gone through the roof. I’m so much more confident, I’m delivering presentations in front of audiences I couldn’t have done a year ago. It’s such a supportive environment.
Learning and Development
The apprenticeship gave me the training, support, and opportunities I’d been looking for - and I haven’t looked back since.
BAE Systems has supported me every step of the way. Balancing work and study can be tricky but the support here is outstanding. Whether it’s flexible working around exams or opportunities like the University of Oxford led entrepreneurial development programme, the company continuously invests in my growth.
Project Engineer
University partners
Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Triangle, Birmingham, B4 7ET
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0HB
BPP University
BPP House, Aldine Place, 142-144 Uxbridge Road, London, W12 8AA
Burnley College
Princess Way, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 0AN
Cranfield University
Cranfield, Bedford, MK43 0AL
University of Cumbria
Registered Office, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, CA1 2HH
University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ
Furness College
Channelside, Barrow in Furness, LA14 2PJ
City of Glasgow College
190 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G4 0RF
Gower College Swansea
Tycoch Road, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 9EB
Havant and South Downs College
College Road, Purbrook Way, Waterlooville, Havant, PO7 8AA
University of Hull
Admissions Office, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
University of Lancashire
Preston, PR1 2HE
Leeds Trinity University
Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5HD
Loughborough University
Loughborough, LE11 3TU
Manchester Metropolitan University
All Saints Building, All Saints, Manchester, M15 6BH
Middlesex University
Hendon Campus, The Burroughs, Barnet, NW4 4BT
University of Portsmouth
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, PO1 2UP
University of Salford
The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WT
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
Southampton, Solent University
East Park Terrace, Southampton, SO14 0YN
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road, Carmarthen, SA31 3EP
University of Winchester
Sparkford Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 4NR
Yeovil College University Centre
Mudford Road, Yeovil, BA21 4DR
Culture
We believe diversity fuels innovation. That’s why your background, ideas and unique perspective will be valued, and your hard work recognised. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where you’ll be empowered to pioneer, solve and grow. Working together towards a shared purpose - protecting those who protect us.
Values
Whether we’re facing moments of challenge or opportunity, it’s our core values and behaviours that guide us. They provide the foundation of who we are and how we work. Our values represent who we are and who we aspire to be at BAE Systems. Every one of us here is different, but thanks to the values we share, we’re connected in the way we collaborate, how we deliver for our customers and how we support our communities.
Awards
Ranked as “Outstanding” provider by Ofsted
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2nd in the Department for Education’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers
2025
9th in The Times Top 100 UK Apprenticeship Employers,
2025