Test Systems Degree Apprenticeship page is loaded
Test Systems Degree Apprenticeship
Apply locations Portsmouth time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago time left to apply End Date: February 16, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id JR10284303
Job Description:
Start date: September 2025
Location: Airbus Defence & Space Portsmouth
Duration: 4 years
University: Southampton Solent University
Degree: BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering
Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.
Benefits:
Salary: £ 20,200
37 hours per week // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!
*subject to completing full hours prior to this
About us:
An opportunity is available within the RF (Radio frequency) Product Validation Team, Airbus Defence and Space, Portsmouth. This team is responsible for the design of RF test systems, including the development of leading edge microwave measurement methods. The team is multi-functional and is typically responsible for the end-to-end life cycle of test systems from design to in-service manufacturing support. The team comprises experienced Hardware and Software Engineers, who are keen to train the next generation.
As part of this degree apprenticeship, you will be studying towards achieving a BSc Electronic Engineering.
What you will be doing:
1. Working within product engineering teams to design, build and implement test solutions to the challenges faced in the Communication Product Group;
2. Understanding and carrying out complex technical tasks, developing and working towards solid design in order to produce world-leading test systems;
3. Be actively involved in design reviews, demonstrating your ability to communicate and work as part of a team with colleagues/customers;
4. Be involved in and eventually lead test system design;
5. Produce detailed technical documents to accompany engineering designs;
6. Will have placements in other teams, to ensure that you have a rounded engineering knowledge at the completion of your apprenticeship.
This role may involve some travel to other UK Airbus D&S sites.
Requirements:
In order to be eligible for this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:
1. 3 A Levels at grade C or above in a Science, Technology, Engineering or additional Mathematics related subject
AND
1. 5 GCSE's at Grade C or above, including Mathematics, English Language and a Science, Technology or Engineering related subject
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. The ability to work well in a team, as well as focus on your own self-development;
2. Good communication skills;
3. Practically minded and proactive;
4. Interest in Manufacturing and Engineering;
5. Aptitude and understanding of mechanical principles;
6. Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved;
7. Submit a Cover Letter stating your motivations.
Important Information:
GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).
Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.
Contact:
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email apprentices@airbus.com. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
Employment Type: Apprenticeship
Experience Level: Student
Job Family: Support to Management
#J-18808-Ljbffr