Electronic Design Apprenticeship

1 month ago

Reading Berkshire, United Kingdom AWE Full time €22,250
Electronic Design Apprenticeship (Level 6 Degree)

Roles are due to close at the end of November. Act quickly, make an application today.

About AWE

We are AWE. We're a team of remarkable people achieving an extraordinary mission: keeping the nation safe and secure.

Our work is critical. We are responsible for delivering the next warhead for the UK's nuclear deterrent; working at the forefront of nuclear technologies that keep the nation safe.

AWEs support for the governments strategy takes many facets: from supporting the weapon programme for the nuclear deterrent, supporting the UKs counter terrorist programme, identifying where there may be nuclear tests taking place around the world, and building an expert group of individuals in order to give the UK real depth in nuclear science and technology.

Start an extraordinary career at AWE; grow your skills, learn from industry experts and become part of a community at one of the most unique companies in the UK.

About the role

This apprenticeship follows the Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development Engineer (Degree) Standard, and leads to rolesincludingdesigning and developing electronic circuits, devices, and systems.

As an Electronic Design Apprentice, you will spend your initial training at the Skills Academy producing several electronic projects to develop your skills and knowledge in basic electronic theory, components, basic circuit design, circuit construction and reporting. You will then complete a variety of 6-month placements at AWE. During this time you will also attend college part-time to complete your HND.

On successful completion of your HND, in your final 2 years you will spend your time onfurther placements around the business, where you will also work towards your Apprenticeship End Point Assessment (Degree phase).

Throughout your apprenticeship you will attend several lectures designed to further increase your knowledge and understanding of electronic theory. These include:

  • Component recognition
  • Component characteristics
  • Circuit calculations
  • Semi-conductor theory
  • Fault-finding techniques
  • Testing and measuring

About You

  • A practical aptitude for engineering & technology
  • Computer literacy
  • Excellent team working skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Awareness of health & safety
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Passionate and motivated

If you have an interest in Arduino or Raspberry PI, Analogue and Digital electronics, as well as designing, building, testing and repairing electronic circuits, then we would love to hear from you

Entry Requirements:

  • HNC (level 4) in Electronics.
  • 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including Maths and English
  • Applicants must be aged 18 or over, as of 31st August 2025 due to security clearance requirements
  • You must be a British National to apply for a role with us.

The Benefits

  • A starting salary of £22,250 yearly, increasing annually throughout your apprenticeship
  • Market leading contributory pension scheme
  • Generous holiday entitlement of 270 hours a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays) plus every other Friday off
  • Access to employee discounts portal - everyday savings on retail, hospitality and leisure
  • Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services

Alongside these benefits you will get the opportunity to learn from some of the top leaders in their field whilst helping us to continue to deliver national nuclear security, threat reduction and counter-terrorism solutions.

Location Aldermaston (Reading / Basingstoke area)

Start Date Wednesday the 27th of August 2025.

Annual leave will not be granted from 27th August until 3rd October, due to mandatory inductions and the requirement for you to complete as part of your apprenticeship. Any leave approved after this point will depend on the training provider requirements for your apprenticeship and must be agreed in advance.

Duration 4 to 5 years (varies depending on personal performance)

Recruitment Process

We recruit on a rolling basis which means as soon as our positions have been filled, the scheme will close to new applications. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out

These roles are governed by Health and Safety at Work Regulations and require all candidates to have an Occupational Health pre-employment medical held at AWE which follows the initial selection process.All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants.

Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.

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