Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice
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Position Overview & Specifications
Date Posted:
2021-11-26Country:
United KingdomLocation:
Goodrich Actuation Systems Limited, Stafford Road, Wolverhampton, WV10 7EHPosition Role Type:
UnspecifiedJob Title: Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice (Level 3)
Time Commitment: 37 hours per week
Location: Banbury
Contract Length: Initial 4-year scheme
Start Date: September 2023
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together Rockwell Collins and UTC Aerospace Systems, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customersβ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Every 12 seconds a flight around the world takes off β and our work is on it. We propel aerospace, defence and the other industries we support far beyond imagination, but there is more work to be done. We need your ideas, inspiration and solutions to continue to help us redefine aerospace.
Check out our YouTube channel to find out more:
https://www.youtube.com/c/CollinsAerospace/featured
We are looking to recruit a small number of apprentices who can support us with the growth of our manufacturing team to meet the future needs of our industry,
After completing a robust recruitment process our apprentices will be supported to embark on their career journey, throughout which they will receive a highly competitive remuneration and flexible benefits package.
You will spend your first year attending Warwickshire College Group in Leamington where you will spend time learning the fundamental skills of our sector. For the remaining time you will work at on site at Wolverhampton whilst undertaking invaluable work experience, where you will learn the basic principles and under pinning knowledge needed for your career.
At the end of the scheme you will achieve a NVQ Level 3 Engineering Technician and apprenticeship standard.
For the remainder of the programme, you will develop the skills and knowledge by completing Manufacturing Engineering projects under the supervision of our ME Leads.
We are looking for high calibre students who:
- Have achieved a minimum of Grade 6 (or equivalent) or above in Maths, English and Science.
- Brilliant communicators with a wide range of audiences.
- Super organised with excellent attention to detail
- Passion to work in aerospace and a real desire to make a difference to our customers and our business
- Demonstrates a passion for hands on engineering
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice roles across Collins Aerospace's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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