Systems Engineering (ivvq) - Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship

About the role

Are you buzzing with engineering passion? 🚀 Do you have a brain that's always asking "why"? 🤔 Looking for a gig where you can snag a Level 3 Apprenticeship sponsorship, get paid while you learn, and score epic on-the-job experience with a global innovator? ✨ Thales might just be your dream team!

What's in it for you?

• 💰 Earn a salary from day one.
• 🛠️ Get hands-on in a real engineering playground.
• 📈 Receive top-notch training and grow your skills.
• 🤝 Secure a permanent role from the get-go.
• 📚 We've got your tuition fees covered! 💯

About the Role

Dive into the exciting world of Underwater Systems Sonar as an Engineering (IVVQ) Apprentice at Thales, a true industry leader. You'll be the go-to for making sure our cutting-edge sonar systems are perfectly integrated and tested through every project phase. Your mission? To ensure our hardware and software are flawless before they reach our customers. 🌊

You'll be involved in:

• 🚀 Supporting the integration, validation, verification, and qualification (IVVQ) of systems.
• 🔬 Conducting tests all the way through the project lifecycle.
• 🤝 Taking direction from our awesome Lead Engineers and IVVQ Managers.
• ✅ Helping get systems prepped for customer approval and final delivery.
• 💡 Using a variety of cool specialist tools, gear, and diagnostic tech.
• 🧐 Double-checking that every component, assembly, and system hits the technical mark.
• 🌟 Becoming a vital part of a super-skilled engineering squad.

What you'll master:

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll level up your technical smarts and practical engineering chops. You'll learn:

• ⚙️ How to integrate and test complex engineering systems like a pro.
• 💡 The secrets behind Validation, Verification, and Qualification (IVVQ).
• 🔧 How to wield specialist measuring, testing, and diagnostic equipment.
• 🧠 Problem-solving and fault-finding wizardry.
• 🚀 The journey of engineering projects, from creation to customer high-fives.
• 🏆 Industry-standard engineering processes and the best ways to do things.
• 🤝 How to crush it working within a professional engineering team.

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

As an Engineering (IVVQ) Apprentice, you'll:

• 🏆 Work towards a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship.
• 🗓️ Embark on a 3-year apprenticeship adventure.
• 🏫 Spend one day a week at college diving into your studies, and four days smashing it in the business, gaining priceless experience.
• 💡 Apply your college knowledge to real-world engineering projects.
• 🧠 Develop invaluable skills and knowledge alongside experienced engineers.
• 🌐 Gain broad experience across different engineering fields.

Ready to Apply? You'll need:

• 🎓 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English and Maths.

The Perks:

• 💸 A competitive £24,000 salary annually.
• 📈 Potential for performance-based pay bumps.
• 🏖️ 201 hours of holiday per year (plus extra company days and bank holidays!).
• 🔒 Contributory Company Pension.
• 🏥 Health Care Cash Plan.
• 🏠 Hybrid/flexible working options.
• 🆘 Employee Assistance Programme for support.
• 📚 Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• 🛍️ Employee discounts and wellbeing programmes.
• ✨ Life Cover.
• 🌍 80 Hours Volunteering per year (for the first two years).

About Thales:

Thales is a global powerhouse, driving innovation and leading the industry. We're all about equal opportunities, and diversity & inclusion are key to our success. 🙌

How to Apply:

1. Online Application: Hit the apply button to register your interest. You only need to sign up for one role initially! 💻

2. Upload CV: Make sure your CV is ready to go. 📄

3. Email Check: Keep an eye on your inbox for an invitation to apply from recruiting@jobalerts.thalesgroup.com. 📧

4. Complete Application: Follow the link in the email to fully apply. You can pick one main role and up to three others.

5. Online Tests: Complete assessments to show us your skills. 🧠

6. Virtual Assessment Centre: If you ace the tests, you'll join us for a virtual assessment centre with group tasks and interviews. 🗣️

7. Job Offer: Successful candidates will receive a job offer from Thales! 🎉

Important Dates:

• Assessment centres: February - May 2027
• Induction Week: Monday 6 September - Friday 10 September 2027
• Applications Close: Wednesday 17 February 2027 at 11:59 PM. Apply ASAP as roles can close early! ⏳

Security Note: Due to the nature of our work, all roles require security clearance, including BPSS screening and Security Clearance (SC). You'll typically need to have lived in the UK for the last five years. For this specific role, you must be a British citizen from birth and hold no other nationality due to UK Government restrictions on a UK Eyes Only programme. 🇬🇧

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the integration, validation, verification and qualification (IVVQ) of systems.
• Conducting testing activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Following guidance from Lead Engineers and IVVQ Managers.
• Helping prepare systems for customer acceptance and final delivery.
• Using a range of specialist tools, equipment and diagnostic technology.

Skills