Advanced Apprentice Engineering - Ship Design

BAE Systems; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Glasgow seeks an Advanced Apprentice in Engineering - Ship Design. Successful candidates will use 3D modelling/CAD software for ship structural and system designs, and gain qualifications like HNC Engineering Systems. This apprenticeship offers a starting salary of £23,272 with annual progression, and a range of benefits including a pension scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• 4 National 5s (or equivalent) at grade C or above including Maths, English, and a Science/Technical subject.
• 3 Highers (or equivalent) at grade C or above in English, Maths, and a Science/Technical subject.

Responsibilities

• Use 3D modelling/CAD Software to design ship’s structure and systems.
• Produce designs in line with specifications and quality standards.
• Carry out detail design appraisals to maintain standards.
• Investigate operational problems and develop solutions.

Education

EO SVQ (SCQF level 5)

HNC Engineering Systems

HND Engineering Systems

SVQ (SCQF level 7) Engineering technical support

Job description

Description

Job title: Advanced Apprentice Engineering - Ship Design
Location: Glasgow
Salary: Starting from £23,272 with annual progression through the scheme duration.

What you’ll be doing

• Use a 3D modelling/CAD Software to design ship’s structure, internal layouts as well as the ships pipework, electrical & ventilation systems.
• Produce and develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards.
• Carry out detail design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained.
• Carry out investigations into operational problems or developments.
• Develop and prepare solutions, either on your own or as a member of a team.

What Qualifications Will You Get

• EO SVQ (SCQF level 5)
• HNC Engineering Systems
• HND Engineering Systems
• SVQ (SCQF level 7) Engineering technical support

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Naval Ships Team

We design and manufacture naval ships, as well as their state‑of‑the‑art combat systems. We offer an array of associated services, including training solutions, maintenance and modernisation programmes to support ships and equipment in service around the world and the management of supporting infrastructure. Trusted with the responsibility to deliver some of the UK’s most complex and high‑profile defence programmes, we provide our customers with the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations around the world and protect what matters most. As a business at the forefront of advanced engineering and technology, you can help us shape the future for maritime defence.

Why BAE Systems

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder, etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Export Control/Security

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. 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 depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification requirements

• 4 National 5s (or equivalent) at grade C or above which must include Maths (excluding Application of Maths) & English & a Science / Technical subject.
• 3 Highers (or equivalent) at grade C or above in English & Maths (excluding Application of Maths) & a Science / Technical subject.

Application Process

When applying for this role you will be redirected to BAE Systems careers site where you will be required to:

• Register an account (optional, you can apply as a guest)
• Provide contact information
• Upload your CV
• Complete a short diversity & inclusion questionnaire