BAE Systems aims to hire 1,700 new employees across Britain in 2022.

The company intends to recruit apprentices and graduates across the UK over the next 12 months, with the creation of more than 900 apprentice and 750 graduate and undergraduate roles is the largest intake of early careers roles the Company has offered in a single year.

The majority of roles will be based in the North of England, with opportunities also available across the South of England, Scotland and Wales.

Representing a 25 per cent increase on this year’s early careers intake, the recruitment comes as Ofsted has once again rated the Company’s 50-plus apprenticeship programmes as ‘outstanding’.

Charles Woodburn, Chief Executive, BAE Systems, said: “Creating high quality employment opportunities for young people across the country ensures we retain the critical capabilities we need to sustain our business for the long-term, while also helping to drive growth across the UK’s regional economies.

“Early careers employees are the foundation of our future and the diversity of skills and experience they bring enables us to continue to innovate and deliver the very best technology and support to our armed forces.”

Minister for Skills, Alex Burghart, said: “It is brilliant that BAE Systems is committed to supporting our future workforce through the power of apprenticeships.

"Apprenticeships play a vital role in giving people the ability to earn while they learn, and the skills they need for the jobs of tomorrow.

"They also give businesses access to a diverse talent pipeline, equipped with the knowledge for success in a range of professions."

The closing date for apprentice applications is 28 February 2022.

Find out more and apply at: baesystems.com/earlycareers.