Test Rig Maintenance Apprentice

We are looking to recruit a high calibre apprentice who can support our Works Engineering Department (WED) with fault-finding, repair, service and maintenance of the many on-site test rigs. You will be part of our WED Community and be assigned a Mentor, who will support and guide you throughout your career with us.

An Apprentice within the Collins business leads from the front, living and driving our core values of Engaged, Empowered and Accountable - always.  

You will be accountable for test rig availability to production ensuring that the needs of the business and our diverse customer base are met across key facets such as Schedule, Repair Cost and Quality, Reliability to name but a few.  

Day to day tasks include:

Understanding of ION Exchange Systems Understand engineering schematics and technical documentation Be able to understand pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical drawings and systems Carry out system diagnosis Carry out repairs and modifications Capable of performing a multi-skilled role when required Apply the most safe, efficient and effective methods available to keep key machinery available for production Liaise with external service and parts providers Assist in Root Cause Analysis of breakdowns and identify improvement opportunities

Training:

This is a three year Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship, Mechatronics pathway, with the first year being full time at the training provider, In-Comm Training Services in Telford, TF3 3AJ.  Please ensure you are able to travel to this address as well as to the company address.

The mandatory qualifications will include:

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence)  Mechatronics and a Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)

Training Outcome:

On completion of your apprenticeship your career will begin with the role you are trained for. Your career will then be driven by your personal ambition and drive and fully supported by the company.

Employer Description:
In the United Kingdom, Collins Aerospace designs, develops, manufactures and supports a comprehensive range of solutions for ministries of defence, integrators, aircraft manufacturers, airlines, business-jet operators and many other customers worldwide. We help make military missions more effective, pilots more aware and flights safer and more enjoyable. We are strongly committed to investing in the UK, where Collins Aerospace provides a workforce that adds value to the UK economy and supports the extended supply chain. We create our own intellectual property and contribute to the exportation of aerospace and defence products and systems outside Europe. Through our collaboration with the European aerospace and defense industrial base, including small and medium-sized enterprises and mid-caps, Collins Aerospace in the UK brings affordable and disruptive technologies and capabilities to the collective development, competitiveness and security interests of Europe. World-class facilities combine with a dedicated and talented workforce from across the UK to create a single-minded commitment: redefining aerospace in ways that expand what our customers can achieve.

Working Hours :
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:45pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Enthusiast to learn new skills,Builds rapport with people,Have a passion for engineering,Proactive self starter