Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Engineer - Graduate Programme 2027
// Role Summary
Join MBDA's graduate programme as a Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Engineer, developing world-leading algorithms for advanced defence products. Make a real impact from day one in a supportive, innovative, and growing department.
// Key Responsibilities
- Develop cutting-edge algorithms for image processing, computer vision, and AI.
- Contribute to world-leading defence products and technologies.
- Benefit from a 2-year graduate programme with annual salary reviews.
- Enjoy excellent career progression and development opportunities.
- Work within a cohesive and innovative department with a strong team culture.
- Receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a joining bonus.
// Role Specification
About the Role
As a Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Engineer within the Image Processing UK department, you will play a critical role in the development of MBDA products and technologies. You will be an important member of a department that produces world-leading algorithms that use imaging sensors to provide situational awareness, and guide weapons to their target with maximum precision. We have a detailed understanding of the interaction between missile subsystems and have a direct influence on meaningful design decisions.
Image Processing UK is an innovative, cohesive department where the contributions of each individual have real value. As part of our team you will benefit from an excellent working culture built on individual empowerment and mutual support.
You will be a key team member at an exciting time of growth and opportunity, and have the chance to make a difference from day one. Every day you will work in a supported and motivated team to research and solve problems in an exciting and cutting-edge field.
Graduate Programme & Development
As part of the graduate programme, you will be involved with many different projects, in a variety of areas within the department. This means that there are endless learning opportunities, and by the end of the programme you will have a broad-range of applicable experience. You will have the opportunity to shape your own work, and future departmental research directions.
Your day-to-day work will involve utilising Image Processing, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Computational Imaging techniques.
What We Offer
- 2 year Programme: Starting September 2027
- Salary: £31,900 plus a £3000 joining bonus
- Annual Salary Review
- Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
- Pension: Maximum total contribution of up to 14%
- Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
- Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
- Excellent career progression and development opportunities
- Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
- Healthcare Cash Plan: Option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses
Security & Working Arrangements
Dynamic Working: Typically 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
Application Closing Date: This role is scheduled to close for applications at midnight on Monday 2nd November 2026 but may close earlier depending on application volumes.