Summary
A career at BAE Systems Land is rewarding work that truly makes a difference, and as you tackle critical projects, you’ll work alongside a supportive team driven by a shared ambition to protect what really matters. At BAE Systems Land, you’ll find an extraordinary career where you can realise your true potential.
Annual wage
Competitive
We offer a competitive salary with annual increases throughout the apprenticeship and a range of employee benefits including, free higher education as well as access to the Company pension and share saving scheme.
Training course
Non-destructive testing engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Shifts to be confirmed
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
BAE Systems Land design and manufacture a wide range of munitions products. It is essential that our products are manufactured to high standards and totally conform to our customer requirements.
In the role of a Non-Destructive Testing Engineering Technician Apprentice, you be involved with a range of recognised NDT methods including Ultrasonic Testing, Eddy Current Testing and Penetrant Testing. Our business relies on the accuracy of NDT and therefore the importance of this role cannot be overstated.
This role is wide-ranging and has both practical and theoretical elements. As part of your development to a certified technician, you will be expected to carry out testing, under supervision, as well as completing academic study. Verification of your understanding in the various elements will be assessed by formal practical and written examination.
We will help you develop into a Non-Destructive Testing Technician that delivers safe, capable processes to specified standards.
Specific activities could include:
Assisting with Non-Destructive Testing related projects.
Preparation of NDT written instructions and procedures.
“Hands on”, supervised testing of munitions component parts.
Involvement in the development and installation of new equipment to meet the requirements of the business and the customer.
Assisting with awareness training and knowledge improvement in NDT.
Ensuring effective liaison with the other functions such as Manufacturing Engineering, Safety, Quality, Procurement and Logistics is used to successfully tackle production issues.
Liaison with specialist external test facilities as required for test and validation purposes.
Supporting improvement projects in respect of technical issues.
Please Note : For safeguarding purposes applicants will need to be 18+ by the start date of 01/09/2025 due to being expected to travel and stay overnight, unaccompanied, in Sheffield while attending a training provider.
Where you’ll work
BAE Systems
1 Radial Park Road
Washington
Tyne & Wear
NE37 1PA
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED
Your training course
Non-destructive testing engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Demonstrate the ability to manage areas of work that require the coordination and supervision of other staff, such as NDT Operators.
* Demonstrate NDT competencies relevant to the industry sector and appropriate materials using equipment, tools and processes
* The ability to carry out NDT in three methods, including at least one complex method, to appropriate national and international certification standards, such as BS EN ISO 9712 or BS EN 4179, that meet the requirements of Engineering Council EngTech registration
* Apply appropriate solutions to well-defined engineering problems using the chosen NDT methods
* Select appropriate methods and techniques and understand their limitations
* Supervise and project manage areas of work, to include where appropriate, NDT Operator’s work and reports for compliance and accuracy; achieve good time management
* Ability to conduct re-inspection audits of NDT Operator’s work, comparing and evaluating the results and taking appropriate action when necessary
* Implement quality control and quality assurance of NDT systems and performance
* Operate with good practical ability, including hand/eye coordination, in order to apply NDT
* Follow written procedures in order to demonstrate a disciplined approach
* Identify problems and apply appropriate NDT methods to identify causes and achieve satisfactory solutions and submit clear and precise NDT reports and instructions
* Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks, with consideration for cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact
* Interpret engineering/CAD drawings, particularly those related to weld/component configuration n. Manage a project through to completion
Your training plan
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* 5 GCSE Inc Maths, English & Science or Technical (grade A*-C or 9-4 (or equivalent))
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Organisation skills
* Team working