Control Systems Engineer Industrial Placement

Requisition ID: TR

Location: New Malden London

Citizenship Required: UK citizenship required

Clearance Type: SC

Hybrid / On Site: On Site

Travel Required: Yes up to 10%

Relocation Assistance: Not available

Positions Available: Multiple

Hours: Full-time (12-month placement starting September 2026)

Salary: 25000

Whats your possible

At Northrop Grumman UK you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most solving tomorrows challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. Its what we call Defining Possible.

This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; its the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.

This is more than just a job; its a mission.

Are you ready to work on critical technology that powers the UKs submarines

As part of our 12-month Industrial Placement Programme youll join a team of pioneering engineers designing and developing Platform Management Systems (PMS) for the UKs fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. Youll work with cutting-edge industrial control technologies including PLCs SCADA systems and secure industrial networks helping to ensure these systems meet the highest standards of reliability security and performance.

This is a unique opportunity to grow your expertise and apply it to one of the most advanced defence programmes in the world.

What youll be doing:

• Capturing interpreting and developing customer requirements
• Producing technical documentation in line with company and customer procedures
• Specifying designing and testing solutions for PLC and SCADA control systems
• Developing PLC and SCADA code from design formats such as block diagrams flow charts or pseudo code
• Validating software designs through analysis and testing
• Supporting and fault-finding on existing solutions at customer sites across the UK

What were looking for:

• Working towards a relevant degree (e.g. Electronics Systems or Software Engineering)
• Understanding of software development lifecycles processes and procedures
• A keen interest in control systems and software coding
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for developing innovative solutions

If you dont meet every single requirement we still encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who were looking for either for this role or another opportunity at Northrop Grumman UK.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of our work you must be a sole UK national to be eligible for this position. You must be able to gain and maintain SC level UK Government security clearance.

Our recruitment team is here to support you through the process:

Benefits

• Flexible working options including compressed fortnight (every other Friday off)
• Private healthcare
• Cash health plan
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Career development programmes
• Performance bonuses

Why join us

A Mission to Believe In Play a crucial role in designing and upgrading PMSs for the UKs nuclear-powered submarines solving real-world challenges in high-stakes environments.

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