Advanced Apprentice Engineering

Job title: Advanced Apprentice Engineering - Trials and Commissioning Location: Glasgow Salary: Starting from £23,272 with annual progression through the scheme duration. What you'll be doing: Engage in highly skilled work within the Trials & Commissioning department, gaining valuable insights from a diverse team of mechanical and electrical engineers, and developing a strong foundation in engineering practices. Participate in multi‑disciplinary teams responsible for essential ship systems, including HVAC & Hotel (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and freshwater production), Power & Propulsion (gas turbines and diesel generators), Hull & Deck (mission bay handling systems), Fixed Fire‑Fighting systems, the Platform Management System for remote equipment control, and Low Voltage operations. Acquire practical experience in setting systems and machinery to work for the first time, conducting fault‑finding, and undertaking both basin and sea trials to ensure operational readiness and safety. Work closely with Ministry of Defence and Royal Navy personnel to facilitate smooth handovers, addressing any operational problems that arise and developing effective solutions, either on your own or as part of a collaborative team. Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of commissioning processes and procedures in response to technical advancements and operational requirements, under the guidance of a Senior Commissioning Manager dedicated to the successful commissioning and trials phases. What Qualification Will You Get? Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 Discipline Specific Higher National Certificate Level 7 Engineering Diploma Pathway C: Engineering Technical Support Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, well‑being & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Naval Ships Team: We Design and Manufacture Naval Ships, as well as their state‑of‑the‑art Combat Systems. We offer an array of associated services, including training solutions, maintenance and modernisation programmes to support ships and equipment in service around the World and the management of supporting infrastructure. Trusted with the responsibility to deliver some of the UK's most complex and high‑profile Defence programmes, providing our customers with the capability to fulfil extensive Naval Operations around the World and protect what matters most. As a Business at the forefront of Advanced Engineering and Technology, you can help us shape the future for Maritime Defence. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Export Control/Security Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Click here for more information on national security vetting levels. Qualification requirements 4 National 5s (or equivalent) at grade C or above which must include Maths (excluding Application of Maths) & English & Science / Technical Subject. AND 3 Highers (or equivalent) at grade C or above in English & Maths (excluding Application of Maths) & a Science / Technical subject. #J-18808-Ljbffr