The Submarine Delivery Agency is responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines.
Their work is of unparalleled strategic importance, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivers some of the most technically complex programmes in defence.
As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, the team will find a community to belong to – whether that’s alongside project teams with a shared vision or as part of an employee network of like-minded individuals.
DNE believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together we’ll achieve the extraordinary.
Job description
The SDA is looking for talented, motivated and creative university graduates to join their Technical Engineering Graduate Scheme and become Engineers and Scientists of the future.
During this 2-year scheme, successful applicants will be initially based in Bristol and will undertake various work-based placements across SDA Delivery Teams, Industry Partners, the Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO), and Navy Command to support personal development, scheme completion and initial professional development towards Incorporated or Chartered status.
Through placement opportunities at waterfront establishments, industry partners, and potentially overseas you’ll also get an understanding of the systems in place to support their Royal Navy colleagues who are ‘hands on’ with the equipment.
There is also potential to undertake further academic study through an upskilling programme (MSc/MEng), and opportunity to access technical training and continuous professional development.
Once you’ve completed the Scheme you’ll be assigned to a role within either SDA, DNO or Navy Command to continue your career and personal development.
There are a range of exciting opportunities available within the following Engineering and Science disciplines:
- Maritime / Nuclear Engineer
- Nuclear Scientist or similar
- Naval Architect
Person specification
Your CV must demonstrate the following essential criteria:
- You must already have a minimum of 2.2 in an Engineering or Science related Honours Degree (or equivalent).
- Due to the secure nature of positions, posts will be reserved for UK Nationals only. You may be required to obtain DV clearance once in post.
- For more information on Civil Service nationality rules please see the following linked candidate information document:
Benefits
Alongside training and development, you’ll receive these other great benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements so that your work fits in with your lifestyle.
- 25 days holiday a year, increasing one day a year to 30 days after five years.
- A competitive remuneration package and access the Civil Service Pension Scheme.
- Use of on-site facilities
- A huge variety of high street discounts and savings.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/united-kingdom-security-vetting-applicant
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard
- Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.
- There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses (where incurred) for the interview.
