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**ETL Systems Ltd**

ETL Systems has been at the forefront of RF design and manufacturing for over 35 years. It designs and builds essential elements of critical satellite communications infrastructure. Its culture of innovation and solutioneering approach have established it as a market leader in the field, with revenue growing 30x since 2003. In 2020, ETL Systems received significant investment from CBPE Capital, enabling the management team to drive forward their ambitious growth plan.

ETL’s rapid growth and success have been recognised at the UK's highest level, winning three Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade. The top 20 satellite operators and teleports utilise ETL’s products as a testament to that success. Around the world, 75% of NATO governments use ETL Systems equipment to protect their citizens.

Today, the company offers a full suite of solutions between the antenna and the modem for both the uplink and downlink chains. In 2019, by acquiring Atlantic Microwave Ltd, ETL expanded its range to include instrumentation and measurement equipment for setting up and testing RF chains.

**ETL People benefits**
- 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), pro rata.
- Casual Business Dress.
- Free employee refreshments.
- ETL Employee Wellbeing Support (free annual flu vaccination, free eye tests, free employee assistance programme, Free GP Access).
- ETL People Perks: Employee discounts (shopping, holidays, gym membership, days out, cinema, dining)
- Free onsite parking, car share scheme and EV charging.
- Subsidised on-site employee Café.
- Core business hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm (some of our manufacturing roles work between 7.30 am -3.30 pm).

**Role Overview**

This is an opportunity for students passionate about RF, Electronics, Manufacturing and logistics to work on-site at our head office and modern manufacturing facility outside Hereford.

Working with our skilled professionals in the Manufacturing department, you will have the opportunity to work in our SMT, Assembly, Test, and Stores. With multiple opportunities available, we are confident that we will have something suitable for all professionals looking for a career in Electronics Manufacturing.

We have four opportunities available to work in the following areas of Manufacturing:
**SMT Department**

As part of ETL's Surface Mount Technology (SMT) department, you will gain understanding and hands-on experience with the process of mounting surface mount components (SMDs) directly onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) without the need for drilling holes. The machinery you will be trained to use is some of the best in the UK

**Assembly Department**

Working as part of our highly skilled assembly team, you will gain the experience needed to produce ETL’s wide range of products. This will include reading schematics and following complex and detailed build instructions throughout Electromechanical Assembly.

**Test Department**

ETL has a professional team of Test Engineers to ensure our customers receive the best products. By working alongside the test team, you will gain valuable experience in testing a wide range of ETL’s products. No matter what your current understanding and skill level is in Electronics, we guarantee you will have the opportunity to learn new skills in testing.

**Stores & Logistics department**

ETL’s Stores & Logistics department are crucial to the success of all Manufacturing departments at ETL. Kitting out orders to ensure Production supplies the components required to build the products is key to maintaining high-performance levels within Production.

Additional responsibilities within the department include Inventory management and traceability management. Using and updating industry-specific software packages allows the business to maintain costs, control stock levels, and provide information to ensure products are delivered to customers without delay.

This opportunity is ideally suited for students who have recently finished their exams and are searching for a summer internship to enhance their career before starting university or college. You might already be at University or College and looking for a summer opportunity that will complement your future career ambitions in Electronics Manufacturing.

What's important is that you have a passion for electronics and manufacturing. Our opportunities are suitable for applicants with all levels of skill and ability. All you need to bring is your passion and willingness to learn new skills

**Key Accountabilities**:
Depending on the role you secure within Manufacturing you will place an active role in the production and delivery of ETL’s expensive portfolio of products this summer.
- Support the Production Team to ensure that the highest quality standards are always achieved
- Support on-site operational layout changes to improve efficiencies.
- Ensure that you follow the on-site health and safety guidelines.

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