Control Systems Engineer Industrial Placement

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeRequisition ID: TR10214356
Location: New Malden, London
Citizenship Required: UK citizenship required
Clearance Type: SC
Hybrid / On Site: On Site
Travel Required: Yes, up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: Not available
Positions Available: Multiple
Hours: Full-time (12-month placement starting September 2026)
Salary: £25,000
What's your possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most - solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It's what we call Defining Possible.
This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.
This is more than just a job; it's a mission.
Are you ready to work on critical technology that powers the UK's submarines?
As part of our 12-month Industrial Placement Programme, you'll join a team of pioneering engineers designing and developing Platform Management Systems (PMS) for the UK's fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. You'll work with cutting-edge industrial control technologies, including PLCs, SCADA systems, and secure industrial networks, helping to ensure these systems meet the highest standards of reliability, security, and performance.
This is a unique opportunity to grow your expertise and apply it to one of the most advanced defence programmes in the world.
What you'll be doing:

Capturing, interpreting, and developing customer requirements
Producing technical documentation in line with company and customer procedures
Specifying, designing, and testing solutions for PLC and SCADA control systems
Developing PLC and SCADA code from design formats such as block diagrams, flow charts, or pseudo code
Validating software designs through analysis and testing
Supporting and fault-finding on existing solutions at customer sites across the UK
What we're looking for:

Working towards a relevant degree (e.g. Electronics, Systems or Software Engineering)
Understanding of software development lifecycles, processes, and procedures
A keen interest in control systems and software coding
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for developing innovative solutions