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Ensuring the Future of UK Defence
Join the LEAP Programme
Building Systems Capability
What is the Systems Engineering LEAP Programme?
Designed for individuals with an engineering background, this 18 month programme offers a transformative opportunity to transition your career into the dynamic field of Systems Engineering.
Lift-Off Learning
18 month fully paid Systems Engineering development programme; Earn while you Learn.
Career Altitude
Empowering your success with a fulfilling, impactful career in advanced systems engineering.
Flight Path Training
A structures journey focused on applied training and development for lasting professional growth.
Defence Tech Access
Employment with a leading Defence company working on the latest programmes.
Wingman Support
Ongoing mentoring and strong peer-to-peer community support provided throughout the entire journey.
Future Flight Plan
Pathway towards stable, long-term employment in a permanent role for your future.
Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the design, integration, and management of complex systems throughout their life cycles. At its core, it applies systems thinking to bring structure and clarity to complexity.
Why is the programme for me?
Many Engineers (ex Armed Forces or currently in the industry) are eager to move into Systems Engineering, but we know securing that first role without experience can be tough — and we’re here to change that.
Ex Armed Forces
We’ve created a programme which will give you all the development and skills you need to have a very successful career in Systems Engineering (whilst getting paid a great salary!)
Technical Expertise
As an engineer or senior technician, Systems Engineering lets you work across disciplines, using your diverse skills to make a real impact.
STEM PhD
You've shown strong systems thinking through your PhD. This programme sharpens those skills and helps you transition from academia into a leading Defence career.
Beyond the above, what type of people will be great for this programme?
Committed:
Seeking individuals committed to personal growth and a career in Systems Engineering.
Hunger to Develop:
Proactive learning fuels accelerated development in our program.
Analytical and Methodical:
Help Systems Engineers create robust, user-focused systems.
Curious:
Drives Systems Engineers to understand the “why” and excel in their careers.
Open Minded:
An open mind is essential for collaborating with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams.
The gift of a new career with endless opportunities
Thousands of Systems Engineer vacancies UK-wide
Your skills will be high in demand, regardless of where you live.
Excellent reward opportunities
Salaries range from £40.000 to £80.000, offering lifestyle and financial freedom.
Not just a career for Defence
Systems Engineering skills are in demand across Aerospace, Rail, Automotive, and Energy sectors.
Systems Engineering Nano -Degree
Delivery using innovative and engaging techniques to help you learn fast, make it fun and accelerate how quickly you can get stuck into the real work.
LEAP Community and Culture
You won’t be alone; you’ll be part of a cohort with others developing at the same time, and will be to support each other on your development journey.
Protect those who protect us
Play your part in delivering the latest and greatest equipment and technology to our Armed Forces and the future generation today.
Cutting edge programmes
Working on cutting – edge technology, equipment and platforms that stretch the art of the possible with novel engineering and technology concepts.
