Electronic Design – Level 6 Apprenticeship 2027

About the role

🚀 Become an Electronic Design Apprentice at AWE! 🚀

Ever wondered how the tech you use actually works? 🤔 This is your chance to dive deep into the world of electronics and build systems that matter!

What You'll Do:

• Design, build, and test the awesome electronics that power complex systems.
• Gain hands-on skills in circuit design, component magic, fault-finding wizardry, and precision testing.
• Learn through exciting projects, real-world placements, and dedicated college study. 🎓

Who We're Looking For:

• Practical Electronics Whizz: You love tinkering, building, testing, or fixing circuits and electronic gadgets. 🛠️
• Problem-Solving Guru: You're driven to find faults, understand the "how," and make practical solutions even better. 🧠
• Maths Confident: You're ready to flex those mathematical muscles for cutting-edge electronic design. 📈
• Team Player: You can follow instructions, communicate like a champ, and learn from experienced mentors. 🤝

Entry Requirements:

• A Level in Maths + another STEM subject (Grade C+) OR equivalent BTEC Level 3, HNC, HND, or T Level in a relevant field.
• 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C+) including Maths and English.

Security & Eligibility:

• Must be a British National.
• Must be 18+ by 31 August 2027.
• Willing to undergo and maintain security clearance. 🛡️

Your Future at AWE:

• Work onsite at AWE Aldermaston and/or Burghfield.
• Enjoy every other Friday off! 🙌
• After completing your apprenticeship, you could become an Electronic Design Engineer, with pathways in areas like analogue electronics, firmware, digital electronics, pulsed power, RF, embedded software, and systems engineering. ✨

Key Dates:

• Applications Close: 10 January 2027 ⏳
• Assessment Centre: 10 February 2027 🗓️
• Start Date: 1 September 2027 🚀

Why Be Onsite?

Learn directly from seasoned electronic design experts, work with cutting-edge equipment, and see how electronics play a crucial role across AWE. It’s the best way to get real-world experience!

Ready to Apply?

Click the apply button to kickstart your journey! Don't wait, applications close early! 🏃‍♀️💨

Key responsibilities

• Design electronics for complex systems.
• Build electronics for complex systems.
• Test electronics for complex systems.
• Understand the electronics supporting complex systems.
• Develop knowledge in circuit design, fault finding, testing, and measurements.

Skills