Technical Support Technician Apprentice GKN AEROSPACE SERVICES LIMITED
Our Engineering Technician Apprenticeship is a 4 year program, which can lead onto one of the following 4 areas of technical expertise, Manufacturing / Engineering Support, Metrology Engineer, Quality Engineer and Tooling Engineer.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 23 Feb 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£15,014.00
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Working week
Monday - Friday. Shift times to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 37
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Expected duration
42 Months
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Possible start date
02 Sep 2024
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Date posted
13 Oct 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000205546
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
Our Engineering Technician Apprenticeship is a 4-year program, which can lead onto one of the following 4 areas of technical expertise:
Manufacturing / Engineering Support Technician - this role provides technical support and expertise for all areas of the Manufacturing and Engineering functions.
Metrology Engineer - this role involves checking aircraft parts to ensure they are delivered correctly and to the highest standard.
Quality Engineer - This role provides experience in all aspects of aircraft design and manufacture.
Tooling Engineer - Tool Engineers use their skills to design, modify or repair tooling that will be used to produce aircraft parts.
The training you will be getting
Year 1: The majority of your first year will be working offsite at college. Towards the end of the first year, you will undertake a return to site induction followed by onsite GKN training.
Years 2 & 3: You will undertake Business Familiarisation rotation placements. During your placements, you will document work that you complete and review this regularly with your GKN training advisor.
Year 4: You will complete your Level 4 Technical Certificate and continue on-the-job training in your final department. This is where you will complete your Qualification as well as your End Point Assessment.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Progression to full time role in the future, but this is not guaranteed.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C or equivalent) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
GKN AEROSPACE SERVICES LIMITED
Address
GKN Aerospace
Golf Course Lane
Filton
BS34 7QS
Training
Training provider
WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Contact
Charlotte Denning
charlotte.denning@weston.ac.uk
+441934411594
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 23 Feb 2024