Working together to keep our world safe and secure
We support the UK’s Continuous At Sea Deterrent (CASD)
Our unique nuclear expertise supports national security
Supporting national nuclear security
Providing a central role in the defence of the UK
We work together to keep our world safe and secure by delivering warheads for the UK’s nuclear deterrent. Also through our nuclear expertise, we play a critical role supporting national security.
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Science, engineering and technology
World-class and cutting edge expertise
Science, engineering and technology are at the heart of what we do. We cover the entire lifecycle of warheads from initial concept and design, to final decommissioning and disposal.
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National nuclear security
Protecting our nation
Our work contributes significantly to the security of the UK. By using our nuclear know-how and expertise, we help the UK Government to detect and protect against potential threats to our country.
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Careers
Exciting opportunities in a truly unique environment
If you want to work in a unique and innovative environment, then AWE could be the perfect place for you
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Aldermaston off-site emergency area reduced by ONR
AWE welcomes the decision by the Office for Nuclear Regulation to reduce the size of the Aldermaston off-site...
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AWE donates £200 to Shopmobility Basingstoke
Tuesday 6 September 2016 Shoppers in Basingstoke are scooting along thanks to a longstanding link between AW...
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Village bells ring again thanks to AWE support
After months of silence, the sound of church bells has returned to the West Berkshire village of Mortimer foll...
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60 years, countless stories
Our local community and people are an integral part of our organisation. We would like to introduce you to some of their story’s gathered so far showing AWE’s rich history in the community.
AWEsome Education Zone
Our AWEsome Education Zone includes exciting online resources for teachers, students and parents, videos and information about our AWEsome Education programme
Find out moreOrion laser facility
This is where we research high-energy density physics phenomena - the type that occur at the core of a nuclear explosion or a star's interior.
Find out moreOur locations
Our two main sites are in Berkshire - AWE Burghfield and the company's headquarters at AWE Aldermaston.
Find out moreOur responsibilities
We are committed to sustaining a safe and secure business by respecting our people, communities and the environment.
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Our partnerships
Strategically important connections
Our strong ties with leading universities and academic councils support our objectives to be a leader in the fields of science, engineering and technology.
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The supply chain
Working with suppliers
Businesses that work with us share our exacting standards of safety, security and quality. What does it take to become an AWE supplier?
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Careers
Be part of a unique team
What we do is truly unique and so are the people who work with us. As well as varied and diverse jobs we have a great graduate scheme and offer a range of apprenticeships
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