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.
AWE’s support for the
government’s strategy takes many facets: from supporting the weapon programme
for the nuclear deterrent, supporting the UK’s 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 roles including designing and developing electronic circuits, devices, and
systems.
As an Electronic
Design Apprentice, you will spend your first two years of training at the Skills
Academy producing several electronic projects, whilst also attending college part-time
(to complete your HNC). These projects will help you to develop your skills and
knowledge in basic electronic theory, components, basic circuit design, circuit
construction and reporting.
You will then spend 2 years on four 6-month
placements at AWE whilst also completing your HND.
On
successful completion of this, in your final 2 years you will spend your time
on further 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 GCSE’s 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
– 6 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.
