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Mission Systems Year in Industry


Job Location:

Lincoln - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Job Title: Mission Systems Year in Industry Placement

Job Location: Lincoln

Job Type: Fulltime Temporary

Salary: 26400

Job ID: 20012

At QinetiQ we are creating a workplace that is inclusive; where our differences are not only embraced but make us stronger. A place where we can connect with each other and benefit from the experiences and thinking from people with varied backgrounds and at different stages in their careers.

Role Purpose:

The Mission Systems teams at QinetiQ Lincoln provides advicemodellingand tools to support operational effectiveness of mission systems. These models tools and advice are aimed at improving the effectiveness resilience and survivability of latest generation air naval and land-baseddefenceand security systems.

Key Accountabilties:

  • The primary scope of a Mission System Specialist role is focused modelling development and analysis of sensors mission system interfaces weapon systemscommunicationsand the data that supports their performance.

  • You will undertake a variety of tasks ensuring technical solutions meet business and customer requirements.

  • Electronic Warfare defensive and offensive systems.

  • Improving the time taken for sensor detection to result in effectoraction.

Key Capabilities/Knowledge:

  • Have strong skills in Maths and/or Physics

  • Have an understanding ofthe electromagnetic spectrum particularly RF

  • Programming/coding skills would beadvantageous particularly inMatlabPythonand/or C.

  • Have an understanding ofdigital modelling techniques.

Experience & Qualifications:

You will need to be working towards a degree with a key focus on any of the disciplines listed below:

  • Physics

  • Mathematics

  • Computer Science

  • Data Science

How to apply:

Please fill in the application and include both a CV and a covering letter.

Our Benefits (the list is not exhaustive):

  • On demand learning access to courses modules and lectures via multiple digital learning platforms
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • 25 days annual holiday excluding bank holiday
  • Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
  • Flexible Benefits package
  • Employee discount portal
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee-led networks

Security:

Many of our roles at QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment subject to approval. Many roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information which means factors such as nationality previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may impact your role.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum. Further guidance regarding clearances can be found: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - ()

Please also be aware that under immigration rules our Early Careers roles do not meet the legal threshold for candidates who are resident in the UK on student visas.

Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

QinetiQ is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity rewards integrity and merit and where youll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all background come and be part of our team!

To find out more about Life at QinetiQ please see the link: Life at QinetiQ

Closing date for new applicants: 22nd May 2026

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Established in 2019, QinetiQ US is a leading defense and security company in the United States providing mission-led innovation at pace. We are a provider of technologically advanced services and products to the U.S. Department of Defense and national security agencies, positioned to ... View more

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