Advanced Apprentice – Manufacturing (Level 3)

What you’ll get?

A competitive starting salary, generous leave and a range of benefits including share schemes, discounts, and a pension. You’ll also get the opportunity to gain academic and vocational qualifications whilst working on live projects.

What you’ll do

As an advanced apprentice, you’ll develop the specialist skills and knowledge you need to kick-start your career, through a blend of hands-on training and classroom learning.

You’ll get to apply your skills to real-life cutting-edge projects and learn from the brightest minds in the business, all while gaining recognised qualifications, equivalent to A Levels, NC, HNC or HND. 

What’s in it for you?

Wherever you choose to start your career – whether that’s in engineering, manufacturing, technology or business services, you’ll receive all the support and training you need to reach your full potential.

Work-life balance is very important to us; you’ll enjoy generous holiday allowance and benefits including share schemes, discounts and a pension. You will feel included, gain continued support during the programme and will be left empowered to take your career as you see best suits you.

Entry requirements?

England and Wales:

-         Age 16+

-         5+ GCSEs grade A*-C / 9-4, including English and Maths, as well as a Science subject for engineering or technical roles. Please note: some of our trade roles require5+ GCSEs grade A*-E / 9-3.  

Scotland:

-         5 National 4’s at Grade C or above, including English, Maths (excluding Application of Maths) & Science/Technical. 5 Group awards at National 4including English and Maths (excluding Application of Maths) & Science or Technical subject.

Some roles may also require additional qualifications or UCAS points.

Please note: some roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and exportcontrol restrictions and your nationality or place of birth may limit the roles you can undertake.

We have opportunities in the following areas:

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- Electrical Operations
- Machining
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Painting
- Joinery
- Drilling
- Non Destructive Examination
- Rigging
- Site & Facilities
- Welding
- Steelwork
- Fitting
- Maintenance

What is the application process?

The stages of our application process include: a short online application. If you’re successful, you'll then complete an online assessment with interactive activities, and an on-demand video interview. The next stage is competency-based interview, either virtual or face-to-face.

Why a BAE Systems apprenticeship?

Our apprentice programmes allow you to gain real-life experience and recognised qualifications, while earning a competitive wage. You’ll join a community of apprentices across the UK, and enjoy opportunities to collaborate at events and socials.

Around 99% of apprentices choose to stay on with us after completing their apprenticeship. And, being a global business, there’s a world of opportunities here for you to explore.

Start Date:  August/September 2024