GE Aerospace, Test Technician Apprenticeship Cheltenham
GE Aerospace
Gloucestershire, GL52 8SF
Closes on Sunday 24 November
Posted on 18 September 2024
Contents
Summary
You will join our Cheltenham Supply Chain on a 3.5-year rotational scheme that will enable you to understand the end-to-end manufacturing and test process to a component level. You will do this whilst studying a HNC/D qualification. Our apprenticeship is focused on supporting your development within the aviation industry.
- Annual wage
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Competitive
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Annual pay increase in line with academic progression.
- Training course
- Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
- Hours
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37 hours per week
Monday - Thursday - 8 hours
Friday - 5 hours
37 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 1 September
- Duration
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4 Years
- Positions available
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5
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- End to end manufacturing
- Test to a component level
- Rotate across Supply Chain
- Broader apprentice enrichment activities to support off the job learning
Where you’ll work
Cheltenham Road
Bishops Cleeve
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 8SF
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.
College or training organisation
GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Course contents
Your training plan
- Gloucestershire Engineering Training (Barnwood, Glouceter)
- Day release to college, during term time
- Lots of additioanl training and development opportunities on site at GE Aerospace
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above)
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
- Maths or Engineering, OR Level 3 Qual (grade C or above)
- Level 3 - Engineering / Manufacturing, OR A-level (grade Pass)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Electronics
About this company
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation aircraft.
Company benefits
Non-contributory Pension Life Assurance Group income protection Private medical cover Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
After this apprenticeship
The TTA scheme was established in 2023, and continues to grow, based on the long-term need for, and opportunity for, this skill set within our business. Our aspiration is to invest in the next generation of Test Technicians, in order to develop the skills and competencies needed to support our ever-growing business portfolio.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000276517.
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Closes on Sunday 24 November
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