SDA Technical Nuclear Degree Apprentice Scheme

Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivering some of the most technically complex programmes in defence.

Our Technical Nuclear Degree Apprentices are at the heart of our delivery. To build your Apprenticeship portfolio and apply your learning in engineering/scientific concepts, you will have opportunities in some of the following areas according to the business need:

Concept: Conducting feasibility studies and defining user needs Assessment: Conducting risk assessments, cost-benefit analyses and technology readiness assessments Demonstration: Development of prototypes or conducting trials to validate technical capabilities and operational effectiveness Manufacturing: Production of the required equipment, systems or platforms In-service: Conducting maintenance and monitoring performance Disposal: End-of-life management of the equipment

Training:

Your Permanent Duty Station will be MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol.

Year One of the scheme will be in fulltime college National College for Nuclear at Cannington, Somerset. Further block release attendance at college is required throughout the scheme.

There may be some overseas travel depending on your placement and a requirement to attend other locations for official business. We cover the costs of accommodation, travel and subsistence for detached duty away from your permanent duty station. With the exception of the first year at Cannington, the post does not offer relocation expenses.

Training Outcome:

This is a four year scheme on a Fixed Term Appointment (FTA)
and upon successful completion of staged Progression Interviews and an End Point Assessment in your fourth year, we will look to appoint you a role within the Defence Nuclear Enterprise on a permanent contract.

Employer Description:

In partnership with the Royal Navy, the Defence Nuclear Organisation, and industry, the SDA: Procure submarines, manage the support that keeps them at sea will safely dispose of them when they’ve served their purpose. Delivering some of the world’s most advanced and technically complex equipment, this work is vital to providing the ultimate guarantee of our national security – with submarines on patrol every minute of every day. The SDA’s vision is to lead a high-performing industrial enterprise to deliver submarine capability safely, securely, and more effectively and cost efficiently each year.

Working Hours :
Flexible working, Full-time, Homeworking

Skills:
Communication skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Technical decision making,Leadership skills