Graduate Chemical Engineer

at  BAE Systems

DESCRIPTION

Job Title Graduate Land Chemical Engineer
Location Glascoed (Clwyd)
Start Date 8th September 2025
BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Graduate programme you will be required to attend your site, 5 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business.
Salary £34,000 & £2,000 Welcome Bonus
BAE Systems is proud to equip the British Armed Forces and international customers with a range of munitions products, from small arms ammunition through to heavy artillery, tank ammunition, warheads and payloads.
Supporting the armed forces with some of the most advanced munitions capabilities in the world is one of the most exciting career moves you could make. We are looking for people with the passion, drive and the skills to give the best they can every day, to make sure our troops receive only the very best. In return, we offer you a role you can be proud of, that lets you grow and develop in the UK’s leading defence, aerospace and security company.

SKILLS

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
Opportunities for Growth and Development: We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.
Community Involvement: In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.
Retention and Career Development: Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

As a Chemical Engineering Graduate with the Land division you will be responsible for the design, manufacture and support of a wide range of munitions products. You will help formulate new materials, design features and functions and to ensure that we have manufacturing processes able to meet design tolerances and volume requirements on complex products. You will be involved in a number of chemical processes and tests in across our manufacturing sites. The technology portfolio is diverse, ranging from chemicals and materials to autonomous vehicles, software and systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working collaboratively with your team you will be involved in the development, design and manufacture of propelling charges for new munitions products.
• Maintaining performance of legacy products.
• Conducting the manufacture, assembly and inspection of a variety of explosively filled stores with pyrotechnic and secondary explosive material.
• Support the conducting and analysing performance tests for energetic materials and chemical properties.
• Characterisation of materials for key physical and chemical properties report writing.