V03280 - Advanced Apprentice Non-Destructive Examination

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.

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.

Training Outcome:

Approximately 95% of apprentices choose to stay on with us. As a global business there are a world of opportunities – whether you decide to stay in the UK, or explore an overseas role.

Employer Description:
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 people in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

Working Hours :
Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working