Higher Apprentice: Marine Mechanical & Electrical Engineer

BAE Systems.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is offering a Higher Apprentice Mechanical / Electrical Engineer position in Portsmouth. The role involves producing engineering documentation and learning about propulsion machinery and combat systems. Candidates will gain significant qualifications including a Level 4 Apprenticeship Certificate in Engineering. This role includes competitive salary progression and a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths & English & a Science/Technical Subject.
• 3 A-levels at grade C or above, with Maths and Engineering or a Science/Technical subject.
• An equivalent level 3 vocational qualification worth a minimum of 96 UCAS points.

Responsibilities

• Produce engineering drawings, data and documentation.
• Work on propulsion machinery, weapons, sensors, and auxiliary systems.
• Gain knowledge of electrical, electronic and combat systems.
• Conduct office-based drawing and document research.

Skills

Engineering drawings

Fault diagnosis

Maintenance

Systems knowledge

Education

Level 4 Apprenticeship Certificate Engineering

Higher National Certificate in Engineering

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is offering a Higher Apprentice Mechanical / Electrical Engineer position in Portsmouth. The role involves producing engineering documentation and learning about propulsion machinery and combat systems. Candidates will gain significant qualifications including a Level 4 Apprenticeship Certificate in Engineering. This role includes competitive salary progression and a variety of employee benefits.