Apprentice - Electronics

You’ll complete a 4-year programme to achieve a Level 6 Embedded Electronics degree

You will divide your time between our partner University and learning on the job

**Choosing a career is a big deal, right?**

There are different options to consider and questions to ask.

So, to help you make your decision that bit easier, let’s start with this question: What’s important to you?

We asked the current apprentices the same thing and here’s what they had to say:

- Using the latest tech
- Career progression with tailored support
- A qualification without the debt
- Working in an inclusive, supportive environment where your potential, skills and perspectives are valued

If some of these resonate with you, you’re in the right place.

As an electronics degree apprentice at HMGCC, you’ll undertake placements across our electronics teams that do everything from design and test simple single board computers right the way through to the development of software defined radios.

**More About You**

To be eligible for this apprenticeship you will need to have or be predicted to achieve by September 2026:

- Five GCSE’s or equivalent, including English Language and Maths at Grade 4-5/C or above.

It would be beneficial if you also have one of the following (although these are not essential):

- Relevant practical or hobbyist experience to do with Programming, Computers and Electronics.

**Your personal skills**

You will be the type of person who is:

- Creative and curious in their style of thinking.
- Keen to share ideas and work as part of a team.
- Open minded and willing to try something new.
- Passionate to learn and develop their skills.
- Professional, honest and reliable.
- Interested in making a difference and takes pride in doing your best in challenging situations.

**The Scheme**

Over the course of your apprenticeship, you’ll divide your time between a university campus completing the knowledge and proficiency qualifications of the programme, and on the job training at HMGCC. There will be a requirement to travel to your training provider. You’ll receive paid for membership with a professional organisation such as the Institute of Engineering and Technology.

You will get involved in real-world projects from the beginning. Throughout the programme, you’ll be allocated a buddy and undertake various mentored work placements and customer projects which will give you hands-on experience to back up your theoretical learning.

On completion of the scheme, you’ll have a solid foundation to begin your career. Depending on what you enjoy, you might be designing radio systems, single board computers, data acquisition systems, printed circuit boards, and fault finding complex electronic circuits. Your development doesn’t end with the completion of your apprenticeship; you’ll experience a career that’s as varied and progressive as you want it to be.

**About HMGCC**

We’re HMGCC, the engineering specialists at the heart of the UK’s national security.

We work with the national security community, UK government, academia, private sector partners and international allies to bring engineering ingenuity to the national security mission, creating tools and technologies that drive us ahead and help to protect the nation.

We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the life/work balance many aspire to.

To find out more about us and if we’re right for you, please visit our website.

**What we offer**

Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you:

- A positive, collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays.
- 2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).
- A competitive Pension scheme, Alpha.
- Relocation loan. If you are relocating to the area and renting a property, we can offer an interest free relocation loan of up to £2,500.
- Whether you are a person with a disability, part of the LGBTQIA+ community and/or from an ethnic minority background, we provide an inclusive environment, support and a variety of networks for everyone.
- Multi-faith Prayer room. This is a quiet contemplation room for staff to use for prayer or reflection.
- Mental health support. We have an onsite counsellor, wellbeing adviser and occupational health.
- Paid parental and adoption leave and neonatal policy.
- Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day.
- On site café and restaurant.
- Free secure parking and allocated parking for car shares.
- 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice.
- Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. We also offer regular subsidised theatre tickets and on-site activities.

**Equal Opportunities**

Culture, diversity and inclusion really matters to us. We foster a culture where