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The Role
- Provide engineering support to naval programmes and projects, including surface ship contracts and international naval support.
- Contribute to core service elements such as design change, technical assurance, and obsolescence management.
- Support technical leadership and wider systems engineering processes.
- Deliver combat systems engineering support across various platforms and programmes, including Combat Management Systems, sensors, effectors, and weapons systems.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies and overseas navies.
- Assist with maintaining the integrity of systems design across diverse engineering contexts.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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What You'll Need
- Knowledge of UK naval domains with a background in combat systems, electrical engineering, or munitions.
- Understanding of defence and maritime standards applicable to UK government defence agencies and awareness of overseas customer requirements.
- Sound understanding of the engineering lifecycle.
- Degree qualified or equivalent in Systems/Combat Systems/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Commitment to working towards Chartered Engineer status.


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What's On Offer
- Competitive annual salary of up to £49,000, dependent on skills and experience.
- Opportunity to work on advanced, technology-led defence solutions.
- Engaging work within a global colleague network focused on progress and protection.
- Supportive culture fostering growth, belonging, and recognition.
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