Register Your Interest - Technical Graduate Programme 2027 - Space, Defence & Intelligence

Your future duties and responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Empowerment through Innovation: From the very start you will play a key role in the development, testing, and delivery of technical solutions on our exciting SDI Projects.
• Collaborate and Create: Work with a team of tech experts to solve real-world problems, using your STEM background to drive innovation.
• Hands-On Impact: You’ll be working on cutting-edge technologies such as satellite navigation systems, cybersecurity solutions, and space exploration projects, contributing directly to mission-critical outcomes for government and global organisations.

Why Choose CGI’s SDI Sector?

You’ll be working on some of the most exciting projects in the world, including:

• Satellite Navigation Systems: Helping develop the European Space Agency’s Galileo system, providing critical positioning services to millions worldwide.
• Military Communications & Cybersecurity: Working with the UK Ministry of Defence for over 40 years. Developing secure networks to safeguard national security.
• Space Exploration & Environmental Monitoring: Partnering with NASA and other agencies to contribute to earth observation satellites that monitor climate change.

Locations

We recruit Technical Graduates for our Space, Defence and Intelligence roles across the UK, including Bristol, Chippenham, Gloucester, Leatherhead, Leicester, Manchester, London, Surrey, Reading, and Solihull.

As CGI is a consultancy, you may be required to work in different locations, so flexibility and a willingness to travel are key.

Why Join Us?

• Be Valued: You’ll be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where your unique perspective and ideas are recognised and contribute to the success of the team and the organisation.
• Be Empowered: Start with a structured Early Careers Induction Programme, access 24/7 e-learning, and gain professional certifications to sharpen your expertise.
• Be Collaborative: Our Student Kick-start Initiative will give you the chance to work with fellow graduates on creative and impactful projects beyond your day-to-day role.

Benefits

• Be an Owner: All CGI Partners are offered a stake and say in the business with a 3.5% matched share scheme, making you an owner from day one.
• Be Supported: Benefit from private medical insurance, well-being programs, and access to world-class training to ensure you succeed.
• Be Secure: A competitive pension plan to help secure your future.
• Be Connected: Take advantage of our free sports and social clubs, diversity networks, and local office events, helping you build connections and enjoy your time at CGI.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Minimum 2:2 degree (some roles may require a 2:1 depending on the business unit) in computer science, engineering, physics, maths, or a related STEM field.
• Passion for technology and innovation.
• Flexibility to travel and work on projects across the UK.
• Due to the sensitive nature of projects within the SDI sector, candidates must meet security clearance requirements. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.

Skills

• Communication (Oral/Written)

Technical Skills

A strong technical foundation with experience and/or knowledge of programming, problem-solving, data analysis, or systems development would be beneficial for this role.

Including any of the following:

Programming Languages

• C++
• Java
• Python
• JavaScript
• C#

Systems & Tools

• Linux/Unix operating systems
• Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• DevOps tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Version Control Systems (e.g., Git)
• Machine Learning/AI technologies

Software Development

• Understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.

Networking & Cybersecurity

• Familiarity with networking protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and cybersecurity practices is a strong plus, especially in defence-related projects.

Database Knowledge

• Skills in databases like SQL, NoSQL, or data analytics tools.

Register Your Interest

To be the first to know once applications open, register your interest today!