Embedded Software - Degree Apprentice
ROKE MANOR RESEARCH LIMITED · Romsey, SO51 0ZN
Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) (level 6)
Degree Apprentice – Embedded Software.
Develop software and firmware that powers advanced Defence and National Security technology.
The work
You'll work on diverse projects spanning array processing, sensor development, communications systems and electronic warfare technologies, providing the opportunity to develop a broad range of technical skills.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies while studying towards your degree. This apprenticeship provides an excellent platform to launch your career, giving you the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that help keep people safe.
You'll be joining one of the Embedded Solutions teams within Roke. Embedded solutions are central to many of our Electronic Warfare and RF Cyber capabilities, including Communications Resilience, Electronic Surveillance, Electronic Attack, Counter-IED and Robust Positioning, Navigation and Timing (RPNT). Projects range from early Research and development all the way through to full product solutions.
Training
You'll be studying for your degree with our apprenticeship partner, Solent University in Southampton, spending 1-2 days per week at university alongside your workplace learning.
As an Apprentice Engineer, your initial weeks at Roke will be spent in a dedicated Early Careers Boot Camp designed to equip you with the fundamental skills needed to succeed at Roke.
Following Boot Camp, you'll join a project team, continue your development and start contributing to real challenges that support critical systems. The Early Careers Scheme lasts throughout your degree apprenticeship and provides plenty of variety, giving you the opportunity to build a portfolio of work that showcases your developing skills and supports your future career aspirations.
You'll benefit from:
- Support from experienced engineers and mentors.
- A combination of academic learning and hands-on engineering experience.
- Exposure to a variety of technologies, domains and projects.
Opportunities to develop broad technical knowledge alongside deeper specialist expertise. - Support towards professional development, relevant institution membership and future chartership aspirations.
Training provider: SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY
What you come out with
A permanent role within Roke as an Engineer.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential · A Level Maths Level 3
Pay extras and benefits
- Private medical cover – access to private healthcare through Bupa.
- Work-life balance – flexible working through flexi-time and hybrid arrangements, plus 30 days' annual leave
- Health and wellbeing support
- Recognition and rewards
- Learning and development
- Supportive and inclusive culture
Competitive
The employer
With a heritage spanning more than 70 years, Roke delivers specialist expertise across sensors, communications, cyber, artificial intelligence and machine learning. We transform complex data into actionable insight, helping organisations make smarter decisions and stay ahead of evolving challenges.
United by purpose and driven by innovation, we're on an exciting growth journey. We invest in technology, push technical boundaries, and empower our people to make a meaningful difference through work that protects what matters most.
Shaping the future of digital defence and security. Solving complex, high-stakes challenges with purpose and lasting impact.
Workplace
- Roke Manor, Old Salisbury Lane, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 0ZN