Mission and Complex Systems -Apprentice Engineering Consultant

Application Deadline: 6 March 2026

Department: Technical Capability

Location: UK - Plymouth

Description

Job Title: Mission and Complex Systems Engineering Apprentice

Contract Type: Permanent

Location & Flexibility:

Plymouth, Devon.

37.5 hours a week

Average of 40% of the week to be conducting further education on training provider establishments (University of Plymouth and City College Plymouth) in the first year. Year two this value goes down to 30% and in years three and four this value goes down to 20%.

BMT is open and committed to discussing flexible working. We believe that everyone performs at their best when they have the flexibility to make working for BMT work best for them.

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognisng their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can't promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers

Why Work for Us?

Benefits

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund – an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Holiday Trading
• Retail Vouchers
• Professional Subscriptions
  
  

About The Role

As a Mission and Complex Systems Engineering Apprentice, you will play a pivotal role in driving cutting-edge, innovative projects within the maritime defence sector. You will act as a consultant, applying your expertise to solve complex engineering challenges while supporting and contributing to high-impact project deliverables.

Alongside your ‘on-the-job’ work experience, you will embark on a journey of continuous professional development, earning an HNC in Electronic Engineering and a degree in Project Management. This formal learning will be integrated into your role, equipping you with valuable experience, qualifications, and accreditation to build your expertise and advance your career.

This role will include both technical and administrative support tasks, enabling you to directly contribute to the successful execution of projects and deliver effective outputs. When you are not on campus studying, you will apply your growing knowledge to provide critical support in both technical advice and project control. Ensuring efficiency within projects and meeting high standards.

Qualifications Obtained On Completion

Project Management (Level 6) Degree and HNC Electronic and Electrical Engineering

During your apprenticeship, you will gain invaluable exposure across multiple areas of the capability, providing you with a diverse and comprehensive experience. You will have the opportunity to engage in projects spanning from the sub-surface domain to participating in innovative trials involving Ministry of Defence assets. This will allow you to develop expertise in a range of areas, contributing directly to cutting-edge advancements in defence technology.

About You

This apprenticeship demands an enthusiastic and driven individual that is also eager to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact within the team.

This apprenticeship offers the unique opportunity to blend academic achievement with hands-on industry experience in a dynamic and evolving domain.

The Individual Must Be Able To

• Handle high workload and manage their time wisely, in a mature manner.
• Will be self-starting and self-driven - looks for what to do next and plans accordingly.
• Be passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering and problem-solving, whilst being able to communicate this well with others.

Be trustworthy and respectful, working with integrity.

Think innovatively about problems, able to think imaginatively and work with agility.

Strong and confident communication qualities.

Work collaboratively with the interpersonal skills to engage with customers, stakeholders, and end users, whether face to face or remotely.

Looking For Apprentices That Have

• An ambition to work in, and contribute to, the UK Defence domain.
• A keen focus on providing first-class service to our customers.
• The determination to further their career and develop their skills with an aim to gain Chartered engineer status or other professional qualifications.
• Excellent written communication.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• A-levels at a minimum of BCC (STEM subject must be at grade B minimum, Maths or Physics is preferable due to mathematical demand in HNC).
  
  

In addition to these duties, the post holder may be required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required, from time to time, to achieve the above role purpose.

What's Next?

If you are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.

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