Paid Degree Apprenticeship in Systems Engineering

Thales; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £24,000 p.a.

Hybrid/flexible working options

Contributory Pension

Private medical insurance

Tuition fully paid

Learning and development support

Employee discounts and wellbeing

Job summary

Thales is inviting applicants to join the 2027 Systems Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in Cheadle, UK. This permanent role combines university study with on‑the‑job experience aligned to a Warwick-based degree pathway.

Start date 6 September 2027; salary £24,000 per annum; 37 hours per week; hybrid options and a route to a permanent role from the outset. Security checks apply and visa eligibility may be required.

Qualifications

• A Levels: Minimum 112 UCAS Tariff points including a grade B in Maths and another STEM subject.
• GCSEs: Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English Language, Mathematics and an additional STEM subject.
• Applicants who already hold a relevant degree will not be eligible for this programme.

Responsibilities

• Supporting systems requirements and design activities.
• Contributing to project reviews.
• Participating in system testing and validation activities.
• Assisting with engineering investigations and problem solving.
• Visiting customer sites, platforms and installations to support surveys and system deployment.
• Working with experienced engineers on live projects.

Job description

Thales is inviting applicants to join the 2027 Systems Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in Cheadle, UK. This permanent role combines university study with on‑the‑job experience aligned to a Warwick-based degree pathway.

Start date 6 September 2027; salary £24,000 per annum; 37 hours per week; hybrid options and a route to a permanent role from the outset. Security checks apply and visa eligibility may be required.