Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Apprentice
HycAero
Burnley (BB10 2TT)
Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 18 March 2025
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Summary
HycAero's primary focus is the application of specialised & technologically advanced coatings for aircraft, manufactured & produced for the civil, defence & commercial aerospace industry. The Technical Support Technician works as part of a team to provide technical support & expertise for all areas of the Engineering & Manufacturing function.
- Wage
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£16,489.20 a year
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The wage is £7.55 per hour plus 20% bonus paid quarterly, this equates to £16,489.20 per annum
- Training course
- Engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 4.30pm, Friday 8.00am - 12.15pm.
35 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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4 years
- Positions available
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3
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
The Technical Support Technician works as part of a team to provide technical support and expertise for all areas of the Engineering and Manufacturing function including communications software, test, analysis tools, measurement, off line programming, process control, performance and continuous improvement solutions, capacity planning, production scheduling/planning, product technical applications and capability, technical sales and marketing support, product development and innovation, engineering drawing, purchasing and/or supply of goods or services for engineering activities, quality control, inspection and e-commerce technologies as required.
The apprentice will be taking responsibility for the quality, accuracy and timely delivery of the work they undertake. They will be proactive in finding solutions to problems and identifying areas for improving the business.
Where you’ll work
Unit 2
Widow Hill Court
Burnley
BB10 2TT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
BURNLEY COLLEGE
Your training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Your training plan
Training will take place at Burnley College.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths and English (grade A*-C/9-4)
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
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
About this company
HycAero's primary focus is the application of specialised and technologically advanced coatings for aircraft which are manufactured and produced for the civil, defence and commercial aerospace industry. Specialist activities include engineering and design, advanced manufacturing and bespoke surface treatments which include and not limited to chemical conversion coatings, anodising, plating, surface preparation, enhancement and thermal coatings and painting operations across aircraft components ranging from airframe, landing gear, engine propulsion and fuselage. HycAero is part of the Score Group which operates predominantly in the Oil and Gas and lndustrial Gas Turbine sectors, the group employs over 1,500 people globally across 30 locations.
https://hycaero.com (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Insurance: Private Medical, Partner Life, Travel, Private Dental. Group Pension Plan, Group Life Assurance 3x annual base salary, Critical Illness, Partner Critical Illness Cover, Healthcare Cash Plan, Health Assessments, Cycle to Work, Tech Scheme.
After this apprenticeship
There is potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BURNLEY COLLEGE
Themis Team
themis@burnley.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000310152.
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Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
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