2025 Sonar Algorithms Apprentice

As a Sonar Algorithms Apprentice, you will experience and develop crucial skills in the following areas:

Problem-solving methods and approaches Effective communication skills in both writing reports and giving presentations Knowledge and application of the key digital technologies such as data science or AI/ML Signal processing (such as audio, image, video processing) and information processing (raw data or structured data) Effective algorithm design and implementations, and importance of verification and validation An understanding of foundational concepts in mathematics and physics that apply to underwater acoustic systems Conduct high level of systems analysis with supporting application of science and mathematics Scientific and numerical programming and scripting languages (e.g. MATLAB, Python)

Training:
As a Sonar Algorithms Apprentice, you will enrol onto the Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship at Warwick University, following the Data Engineer specialism pathway This is a 4 year degree level programme, whereby you will attend campus for 6 weeks per academic year. The rest of the time you will be working in the Thales UK business, applying what you have learnt in a real world context By the end of the apprenticeship you will have achieved a BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions, plus the Level 6 apprenticeship qualification

Training Outcome:
At the end of the programme you will move into a permanent role within the engineering function

Employer Description:
Together, we create the ingenious technological systems and innovations that impact and improve people's lives every single day. Even if you haven't heard the name Thales before, you've definitely benefited from our inventiveness. We reinvest 20% of our sales in Research & Development in the UK. Together we supply invention across 4 core areas: Aerospace, Space, Defence and Security, Digital Identity and Security.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed by manager.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative