Responsibilities
What will the apprentice be doing?
This apprenticeship follows the Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) standard and leads to roles designing and developing electronic circuits, devices, and systems.
As an electronic apprentice you will spend your first two years of training in the skills academy producing several electronic projects whilst also attending college part time. These projects will help you to develop your skills and knowledge in basic electronic theory, components, basic circuit design, circuit construction and reporting.
In your final 18 – 24 months you will spend your time on several 6-month placements around the business where you will also work towards your final project.
Throughout your apprenticeship you will attend several lectures designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of further electronic theory, these include:
- Component recognition
- Component characteristics
- Circuit calculations
- Semi-conductor theory
- Fault finding techniques
- Testing and measuring
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Qualification: BEng in Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development
You will attend Portsmouth University on either day or block release.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
At AWE we offer a guaranteed role for when you've finished your apprenticeship. Our apprentices have gone onto support our business in a variety of roles.
Reality Check
As you will be attending university you must be age 18 or above as of 1st September 2023.Skills Required
Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Health & Safety AwareQualifications Required
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) EssentialGCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
A Level or equivalent STEM (Grade C) Essential