Working at AWE PLC

Supporting the UK's deterrent - We’re proud to have played a central role in the defence of the United Kingdom for more than 60 years. Keeping our world safe and secure, we provide and maintain nuclear warheads for the UK’s Continuous At Sea Deterrent, Trident.

From our inception in 1950 to our expanded role today, using unique skills and expertise we provide UK Government with national nuclear security solutions, and we continue to play a vital role in the national interest.

Working to the programme required by the Ministry of Defence, we provide and maintain warheads for the Trident system. Trident is an operational system consisting of four Vanguard class submarines, operated by the Royal Navy ensuring a continuous at sea deterrent, 24/7/365.

We work across the entire life cycle of warheads – everything, from initial concept and design, to manufacture and assembly, in-service support, and finally decommissioning and disposal, ensuring maximum safety and protecting national security at all times. It is also our responsibility to maintain the capability to produce a successor system should the UK Government require it in the future.

Our nuclear know-how and technical expertise also helps Government develop and deliver a range of innovative and integrated support services, including national nuclear security and counter-terrorism solutions.

As you would expect, the work we do is highly regulated and we operate to the highest standards of safety and national security at all times.

You could be part of a unique team supporting the defence and security of the United Kingdom – something AWE has done with pride for more than 60 years. Working with us is exciting and challenging – in fact it’s everything you would expect from a company that supports national security.

Jobs are varied and diverse – from technical roles in engineering, science, manufacturing and industrial work to business roles in areas such as administration, commercial, human resources and facilities management. We have a graduate programme, or you may be interested in our award-winning Skills Academy offering a range of apprenticeships.

And just as diverse as the jobs and people, is the range of buildings and facilities here – from the original control tower when Aldermaston was a military airfield to state-of-the-art world class research and technology facilities.

Security is our watchword - Because what we do is of great national importance, our approach is highly regulated and we operate to the highest level of security, both in terms of how our sites operate and the people who work with us. Here are a few practical things to know before joining us:

We are always looking for high calibre people to join our team, so why not explore the opportunities we currently have on offer. Whatever stage of your career, AWE is an exciting and excellent environment to develop your skills and achieve your aspirations.