IT Apprentice Curtiss-Wright

Curtiss-Wright is a long-standing company who were at the forefront of aviation. Since its early days in aviation, the Company has diversified into many industrial areas and acquired Penny & Giles in 2002. The roles are in the Avionics business unit that produces flight recorders (black boxes), used in today's commercial aircraft.

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Closing date: 31 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,445.00

    £8.00 per hour or minimum wage for apprentices in their first year (whichever is the higher)

  • Working week

    Monday to Thursday, 7.30am to 4.00pm. Friday, 7.30am to 12.30pm. College one day per week

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    21 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    24 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246753

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Working with the IT Operations team at our Christchurch site you will learn about how a large global organisation uses information technology to meet the ever-growing needs of high-tech electronics design and manufacturing companies, and how we use technology to secure and safeguard the data that these businesses rely on.
  • Your role will be hands-on working directly with the staff in all departments, providing them with the help and support they need using the IT resources required for their jobs. This will involve managing network user accounts, file shares on centralised severs, network printers, as well as building and imaging computers from new, and maintaining the network infrastructure to keep everything connected.
  • We will teach you how to use all the tools that help us manage large numbers of users and computers across a network that spans around the world.

The training you will be getting

  • You will undertake an Information Communication Technician Level 3 course at Bournemouth & Poole College
  • Functional Skills in maths and English, if required 
  • You will attend day release at B&P College
  • Health & Safety skills
  • Training in installing and configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and/or software faults, solving technical and applications problems

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Upon successful completion of the course and end point assessment, you can expect to continue in IT or continue your studies

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths, English and Science (Grade grade 4 or above) Essential

About the employer

Curtiss-Wright has a long history in aviation that continues today. With significant diversification over the years avionics remains a core business. Penny & Giles was incorporated into Curtiss-Wright in 2002 and continues to manufacture world class products including flight recorders. Curtiss-Wright Corporation recognizes that the success of the Company is only achievable through the commitment of our dedicated employees. Our employees rise to challenges on a daily basis with the same spirit exhibited throughout our rich history. The Company and its employees share a common set of values rooted in integrity and excellence.

Employer

Curtiss-Wright

Address

15 Airfield Road

Christchurch

Dorset

BH23 3TG

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Training

Training provider

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

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

Apprenticeship standard

Information communications 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

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