V03392 - Degree Apprentice Digital Technology Solutions

In Shared Services we help BAE Systems to serve, supply and protect those who serve and protect us. You will be joining a large team who deliver the essential services and many of the critical projects that enable BAE Systems to perform, deliver and grow. This means a genuine chance to make a difference across the world.

Role

The Digital Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice is a 4-year scheme within BAE Systems Shared Services. 

A Digital Technology and Solutions Professional Degree apprenticeship involves working and learning alongside experienced practitioners. It combines spending periods of time at University, where you will acquire an Honours Degree, with time working on real projects, enhancing the skills necessary to develop a long career in the industry.

You will experience different placements working within Shared Services which support all our BAE Systems sectors in the UK and abroad, giving you the opportunity to make a rewarding contribution to the work we do. 

Placements will include within the IT Project Management and IT Product & Applications teams and may include opportunity to evaluate, initiate, create and support business solutions using digital technology. Utilising data to evaluate the commercial and security risks and benefits of potential digital and technology solutions before making recommendations for strategies that may have far reaching consequences.

You will be key in helping deliver business improvements through digital and technological solutions. With a passion for digital technology; working with emerging trends and developments. 

The scheme will see you choose a specialism from Data Analyst, Software Engineer, IT Consultant, Business Analyst, Cyber Security Analyst or Network Engineer.

The Digital Technology and Solutions Degree Apprenticeship is delivered by Cranfield University with a mixture of day release, weekly block sessions on campus or our Academy for Skills and Knowledge in Samlesbury, and online delivery.

Training

  • Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Level 6 Apprenticeship Standard
  • An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
  • At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
  • Approximately 95% of apprentices choose to stay on with us. As a global business there are a world of opportunities - whether you decide to stay in the UK, or explore an overseas role
Apprenticeship Standard
Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
Training Provider
CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY
Working Week
Shifts to be confirmed
Expected Duration
4 Years
Positions Available
3
Closing Date
Friday, 28th February 2025
Start Date
Monday, 15th September 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working

Qualifications

  • 5 GCSE Inc Maths, English & Science or Technical GCSE, grade A*-C or 9-4 (or equivalent) (Essential)
  • Maths and a business related subject essential Other, grade 96 UCAS points, C or above (Essential)

About the Employer

BAE SYSTEMS PLC
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 people in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.
Company
BAE SYSTEMS PLC
Location
BAE Systems, Channel Way, Preston, Lancashire, England
Employment Type
Degree Apprenticeship
Salary
Competitive
Posted
Company
BAE SYSTEMS PLC
Location
BAE Systems, Channel Way, Preston, Lancashire, England
Employment Type
Degree Apprenticeship
Salary
Competitive
Posted