Mechanical Engineering - Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship

Mechanical Engineering - Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship MBDA is a leading defence organisation that is proud to support our Armed Forces in protecting our nations. We collaborate with governments to achieve a shared goal of defending our freedom. Salary : £18,000 plus a £3,000 joining bonus Closing date for this role is midnight on Monday 22nd January What we can offer you: Fully funded qualification starting September 2024 Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking Fully supported learning and development programme Flexible working 25 days annual leave (plus up to 15 days flexi leave) and additional study leave for exams Hybrid working pattern: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working, but this will depend on project requirements and the need for access to specific site facilities. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join an accredited Mechanical Engineering scheme that has developed some of the top tier engineering apprentices in the UK! Our four year apprenticeship programme is designed to best prepare you for graduation into the Mechanical Engineering (ME) Function. ME is involved in all aspects of a product's life-cycle; from early development and research, through to in service support. Completing this apprenticeship will provide you with the skills required to design, make, and test the next generation of missile system hardware. This programme provides structured training on the use of industry standard engineering software packages such as Creo Parametric, Altair HyperMesh, and Ansys. You will be educated in key engineering design and analysis skills such as calculation of mass properties, limits and fits and understanding of material properties and selection process. The programme provides exposure to the application of structural and dynamic analysis techniques learned during academic studies. It will also develop the skills required to work as part of a multi-functional project team, regularly collaborating with colleagues from Electronics, Environmental engineering and Manufacturing. This is a great opportunity to explore the breadth of the Mechanical Engineering discipline and to work with innovative technologies. It could lead to personal and professional progression to people management, where you could become a technical specialist, project manager, or beyond. Programme Structure MBDA offers a four-year programme where you will study towards a Level 4 Engineering, Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship, which includes a HNC qualification in Mechanical Engineering. This course is aligned with the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education. Throughout the 4 years, Apprentices will attend Cambridge Regional College 1 day per week with the remaining time spent on work based placements, typically lasting three to six months. MBDA will assist in achieving Professional accreditation through the IMechE, IET or RAeS. The placement rotations and experiences gained on this scheme have been tailored to provide the specific skills required to become an engineer within MBDA's Mechanical Engineering Function. Placements may include: Mechanical Design Mechanical Analysis Materials and Processes Design Definition Office Configuration management Environmental Engineering & Facilities Industry Policy Supply Chain and Procurement This apprenticeship will see individuals both studying and applying scientific and mathematical based principles and practices and is therefore suited to those who enjoy the practical application of the subjects. Find more details about the course here: https://www.camre.ac.uk/course/engineering-manufacturing-technician-level-4-apprenticeship-standard/APPEMT4S/ What we’re looking for from you: This role has specific qualification and subject criteria so please make sure you carefully check your eligibility against this criteria before applying. We will not be able to consider applications from anyone that does not meet the following requirements: 5 x GCSES including Maths & English Language & Science/Technology (all sciences or IT) at Grade 9 – 4 In addition to 96 UCAS Points achieved through any of the following: Minimum of 3 x A Levels in any subject at Grade C or above Full T level qualification at Pass Engineering BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade MMM (OR a Foundation Year) Please note: We look at entry criteria based on your top three full A Levels or equivalent qualifications (BTEC/T Level). We do not include UCAS points gained from an Extended Project Qualification. Additionally, as an employer we set our own entry criteria based on the requirements of this role. This means that the criteria above can differ from the university/college standard. Our Business We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers), Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. Please Note : MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.