Job Description

Location

Denham, Middlesex

Salary

Competitive salary plus welcome bonus

Application Deadline

Sunday, November 16, 2025

Job Summary

Why work for Martin-Baker

A career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you're providing pilots with their last form of defence.

What you'll be doing

Martin-Baker is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world's most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.


Join us on this mission by applying for the Graduate Engineering Programme, starting September 2026.


Please note that interviews / assessment centres for this programme will take place on 3rd and 4th December 2025.


The Engineering programme will involve rotations and specialisms across some of our Engineering functions over a two-year period including a selection from Systems Engineering, Mechanical Design Engineering, Product verification in Environmental Test, Programmes and Product Support. You'll explore different learning experiences, developing different areas of expertise, and joining other graduates who will also experience the programme.


The future of engineering and manufacturing is changing. To future-proof your career Martin-Baker will always keep investing in your development. That's a long-term promise. Because we want to learn from you, so keeping your skills up to date is important to us, and important for our future.


After this period of training, you will assume a role ideally in one of the functions you've successfully delivered within.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for people who are curious; who enjoy solving problems. We want people who want to learn, and can apply their academic knowledge and experiences.


If you are a self-starter: A person to challenge and improve the processes you interact with while being comfortable working and collaborating within a team, with the capability to plan and organise work - then this is for you!


You will ideally have excellent written reporting and verbal communication skills and be happy dealing with innovation, detailed analysis and problem solving.


Education & Qualifications:


A relevant Engineering degree, 2.1 or higher + Ideally Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical
Relevant 'A' Levels or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience:


Some relevant work experience would be beneficial, for example, Summer Placements and/or Year in Industry Placements

What you'll get out of it

At Martin-Baker you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you'll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.


Some of the benefits include,


Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme 4x salary Life Assurance Lunchtime finish each Friday Personalised training and development plan Healthcare Plan - additional discounts on healthcare memberships and gadgets 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Occupational Health team Cycle to work scheme





We believe in equal opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.


Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.


All candidates will be treated equally and fairly, regardless of their background, or any characteristic protected by law. Candidates will be selected entirely on their skills and competencies and in alignment with each role's specifications and / or requirements. All published adverts will be aligned with the Company's Diversity and Inclusion commitment.


This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). For more information and guidance please visit https://martin-baker.com/security-vetting/