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Electronic Design Apprenticeship
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Your mission
At AWE, electronic design is essential.
The systems you help create will support the safety, security, and reliability of the UK’s nuclear deterrent. You’ll be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of innovation while upholding the highest standards of precision and responsibility.
This apprenticeship follows the embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) standard.
THE QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED
A level in Maths and another STEM (Physics, ICT, Computing, Electronics) based subject or equivalent BTEC level 3 /HNC/HND/T level in relevant discipline .
5 GCSE’s at grade 4/C or above including Maths and English.
Applicants must be aged 18 or over, as of 31st August 2026, due to security clearance requirements.
You’ll need to be a British Citizen for security clearance.
WORK PATTERN
Your primary place of work will be one of AWE’s sites, depending on the apprenticeship programme you apply for. Details of the expected work location will be provided within the individual vacancy information.
Your apprenticeship will include off-the-job training as required by the apprenticeship standard. The format and frequency of training will vary depending on the programme and training provider.
At AWE, we operate on a nine-day fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
SKILLS TO DEMONSTRATE
• Attention to detail
• Patience when approaching complex tasks
• Problem-solving
• The ability to follow instructions
Your journey
Your first year will be all about learning by doing. You’ll split your time between hands-on project work and part-time college study, building a strong foundation in electronic theory and practical skills.
You’ll design and construct real circuits, explore how components work together, and learn how to document and report your findings.
These early projects are more than just exercises. They leads to roles designing and developing electronic circuits, devices and systems.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
To succeed in this role, you’ll need a sharp analytical mindset and a collaborative spirit.
You’ll also aware of potential risks and how to manage them responsibly.
If you’re adaptable, curious, and ready to learn new tools and technologies, you’ll thrive in this fast-paced, hands-on environment.
