Engineering Technical Manufacturing Apprentice

BAE Systems; Penperlleni; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support engineering processes and improve manufacturing efficiency. The role requires 5 GCSEs including English and a Science, as well as problem-solving skills and teamwork. A competitive benefits package is offered, including a pension scheme and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• GCSEs must include English (or Welsh First Language) and a Science/Technical Subject.
• Maths GCSE or equivalent at grade 9-5/A-B required.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of Manufacturing Engineering.
• Identify problems with product performance.
• Manage and support capital purchase and engineering proposals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Continuous Improvement tools

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs at grade 9-4/A

Job description

Responsibilities

Support all aspects of Manufacturing Engineering, ensuring processes are carried out within the product and process design parameters, supporting manufacturing schedule adherence, and ensuring interruptions in production are resolved safely and with minimal downtime. Identify problems with product performance; recommend solutions and process improvements. Refine manufacturing processes to achieve goals according to product specifications and business priorities. Plan and design methods to improve efficiency and product quality by utilizing Continuous Improvement tools and working as a member of a cross‑functional team. Improve equipment availability and capability. Manage and support capital purchase, engineering proposals, and provide estimated costs to achieve operational improvements and financial benefits. Carry out factory acceptance and installed article tests and carry out trials and commissioning on process equipment.

Qualifications

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9-4 / A.

• C which must include English (or Welsh First Language) & a Science / Technical Subject, and a Maths GCSE or equivalent at grade 9-5/A-B (we cannot accept Maths Numeracy).

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.

About BAE Systems Land

The BAE Systems Land team: A career at BAE Systems Land is rewarding work that truly makes a difference, and as you tackle critical projects, you'll work alongside a supportive team driven by a shared ambition to protect what really matters. At BAE Systems Land, you'll find an extraordinary career where you can realise your true potential. 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.