Apprentice Test Technician
MIRUS AIRCRAFT SEATING LTD
NORWICH (NR9 4LF)
Closes in 21 days (Friday 17 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 26 June 2026
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Summary
Gain experience in a world-class testing facility using latest technology. Help test/ certify products that fly around the world. Develop practical engineering skills, working alongside experienced professionals, gain industry experience from day one. Work on innovative products and exciting projects and shape the future of aviation.
- Wage
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£24,500 a year
- Training course
- Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
- Hours
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37 hours per week (Monday- Thursday 8am- 4.30pm and Friday 8am- 1pm)
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
In your role as our MTest Apprentice Technician, you will work alongside experienced engineers and technicians to:
- Support dynamic, static, and life cycle test setups for both MIRUS Aircraft Seating products and external customers
- Assist with development and certification testing in line with customer requirements and international aviation regulations
- Learn how to set up and operate high-speed cameras used during testing
- Support the setup of computer-controlled data acquisition systems
- Develop technical skills to help maintain testing equipment, test areas, and dynamic sled systems
- Support safe working practices by reviewing and following risk assessments within the testing facility
- Work closely with engineers and technicians to ensure tests are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently
Where you'll work
22-30 IRONSIDE WAY
HINGHAM
NORWICH
NR9 4LF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CITY COLLEGE NORWICH
Training course
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
- Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
- Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
- Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
- Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
- Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
- Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
- Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
- Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
- Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
- Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
- Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
- Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
Training schedule
College or training organisation:
City College Norwich
Your Training Course:
Automatically completed
Course Contents and Implementation:
- Duration 48 months - this includes the six-month End Point
- Assessment period
- Location Ipswich Road campus (NR2 2LJ)
Responsibilities
- College delivery for the standard and qualification (CCN & apprentice)
- Apprentice Development Plan (CCN & apprentice)
- Workplace Reviews at least every 12 weeks (employer, CCN & apprentice)
- Workplace visits to build evidence/ portfolio (employer, CCN & apprentice)
- On-the-Job Training Plan (employer & apprentice)
Delivery pattern:
- The release pattern for this course is once a week (term- time only)
- Additional sessions (including examinations) may be run in holiday periods, if needed, and by prior agreement with the apprentice and employer
Training Plan
Apprentice will attend college one day a week
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
- Science (grade 4)
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Team working
Other requirements
You may be a great fit if you have:
- An interest in engineering, mechanics, manufacturing, or aviation
- Enjoy hands-on practical work and problem solving
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions safely
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Basic computer skills and confidence using technology
- A proactive and reliable approach to work
Ensuring they are comfortable in the MTest facility where there is large, moving equipment, extremely bright lights and will be working with both Mirus internal and external, non Mirus customers. MTest does test products in certain situations such as crash/emergency landings.
About this employer
Mirus Aircraft Seating is a globally recognised, UK-based aircraft seating manufacturer specialising in innovative, lightweight seating solutions for airlines and OEMs worldwide. Headquartered in Norfolk, with operations in Malaysia and China, Mirus has built a reputation for engineering excellence, agility and customer focus. The company partners with leading airlines and industry players, including easyJet, delivering next-generation seating solutions such as the Hawk and Kestrel platforms that enhance passenger comfort while improving operational efficiency and sustainability.
This is an exciting time to join Mirus as the business continues to invest in new seat development and expand its global footprint. Backed by supportive shareholders who believe in the long-term vision of the company, Mirus recently launched M-TEST, the UK's largest commercially available dynamic crash testing facility, providing a significant competitive advantage by accelerating product development and certification. With ambitious growth plans and a culture that encourages innovation and collaboration, Mirus is well positioned to shape the future of aircraft seating and offers individuals the opportunity to grow alongside the business and make a lasting impact.
https://www.mirus-as.com/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Free parking, kitchen amenities, pension, Simply Health taxable scheme, 25 days holiday per year (Jan-Dec) including an additional day for an employees birthday +public holidays
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- Hopefully a permanent role will be available upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CITY COLLEGE NORWICH
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039425.
Apply now
Closes in 21 days (Friday 17 July 2026 at 11:59pm)