Degree Apprentice Engineering

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking Degree Engineer Apprentices in Barrow-in-Furness. This apprenticeship offers opportunities in electronics, mechanical systems, software, and more. Candidates will receive tailored training and participate in projects that shape future weapon platforms. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English, along with 3 A-levels or an equivalent vocational qualification. BAE Systems provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grades 9-4/A*-C including Maths & English.
• 3 A-levels or equivalent with Maths and Engineering/Science.
• Vocational qualification in a STEM subject.

Responsibilities

• Engage in supporting technical changes to product portfolio.
• Work on next generation weapon platforms.
• Participate in bespoke technical training.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Technical understanding

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and a Science/Technical Subject

3 A-levels in Maths and Engineering or a Science/Technical subject

Job description

Job title

Degree Engineer Apprentice (Weapon Systems UK)

Location

Barrow-in-Furness (Cumbria)

Salary

£23,493 per annum, with annual progression through the scheme duration.

What you'll be doing

The Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offers a wide and exciting variety of opportunities in a broad spectrum of engineering disciplines. These varied disciplines will provide you with the opportunity to engage in supporting technical changes to not only our existing product portfolio through analysis, concept design and tests and trials but will also allow you to work on the next generation of weapon platforms for the future battle space.

You will be given visibility of a range of engineering disciplines in which a personal development plan will be created. This includes bespoke technical training along with engineering placements around the business. The following discipline specific apprenticeship roles are currently available:

• Electronics
• Mechanical
• Systems
• Software
• Product Safety
• Drawing Office
• Integrate Logistic 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 Weapon Systems Team

As part of the Platforms & Services sector, Weapon Systems designs, manufactures and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capability. We are looking for innovation, commitment and drive to help define the future of Weapon Systems capabilities.

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. Click here for more information on national security vetting levels.

Qualification requirements

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9-4/A*-C which must include Maths & English & a Science/Technical Subject AND 1 of the following:

3 A-levels (or equivalent) at grade C or above. 1 subject must be Maths and 1 subject must be in Engineering or a Science/Technical subject

OR

An equivalent level 3 vocational qualification (must be a STEM related subject that aligns to the scheme/area you are applying for and worth a minimum of 96 UCAS points)