Mechanical Engineering - Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship

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/

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

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.

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.

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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.