Apprentice
Technical Apprentice (Project Engineering)
Early Careers
Ampthill - Bedfordshire
About the Role
LMUK Ampthill are looking for students studying A Level in Mathematics, Science or Technology, or Students undertaking a Diploma or Extended Diploma in Engineering and are looking for an opportunity to undertake a 2 year Lockheed Martin Internal Apprenticeship in Project Engineering.
The apprenticeship will entail continued study at college, which will lead to the completion of the following qualification:
1. HNC completed at end of second year (via day release)
Further qualifications are fully encouraged by LMUK Ampthill post apprenticeship, with a robust mentoring programme firmly established on site. Professional accreditation is also proactively encouraged, with mentoring, support and guidance provided.
On-site training at LMUK Ampthill will see the individual embedded into Project Engineering Team to allow the full design lifecycle to be understood and supported. This will align the individual to the opportunity of a post apprenticeship career within the Project Engineering arena.
Work place deployments could consist of (but not limited to) the following Business Areas:
2. Project Engineering Team
3. Configuration management
4. Digital Engineering
5. Product Certification
6. DRACAS
7. Reliability
8. Quality
Typical duties could include:
9. Support Lead Engineer with completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility
10. Support product design reviews for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and related specifications
11. Apply processes to engineering tools and ensure engineering tools are fully utilised
12. Ensuring that configuration management of designs are maintained
13. Capturing design updates and progressing through the change process
14. Help resolve engineering problems
In addition to these traditional duties, the role is expected to evolve to incorporate digital transformation, development of digital twins, digital engineering, and model-based systems engineering. This implies that the apprentice will likely be involved in:
1. Digital Transformation: Contributing to the digital transformation initiatives of the company, which may involve modernising processes, adopting new technologies, or improving digital capabilities.
2. Development of Digital Twin: Assisting in the creation and maintenance of digital replicas of physical products or systems, which can be used for simulation, testing, and optimisation.
3. Digital Engineering: Utilising digital tools and methodologies to design, analyse, and manage engineering projects, potentially including the use of virtual reality, augmented reality, or other advanced digital technologies.
4. Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Employing graphical models to represent, specify, analyse, verify, and validate systems, which can improve communication, collaboration, and efficiency across the engineering lifecycle.
These additional responsibilities reflect the growing importance of digital technologies in modern engineering practices and Lockheed Martin's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements.
Internal Apprenticeship Content: Two year day release at college to gain HNC, supported by business area deployment in various departments to obtain a broad spectrum of experience.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
15. A-Levels in relevant subject area (. Mathematics, Science, Technology) or Engineering Level 3 (or BTEC equivalent. diploma or extended diploma).
16. IT proficient (ideally Microsoft Office).
17. A strong communicator, both written and verbal.
18. Attention to detail.
19. Ability to understand processes and follow.
20. Ability to support and teach others.
Desired skills, qualifications and experience:
21. Engineering experience through education, this includes hands-on workshop experience through school, college, or personal projects.
22. Familiarity with British and International Standards.
23. Awareness of Product Development Lifecycle.
24. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) Tools through education.Ability to create and modify 3D models and assembliesCompetence in producing technical drawings to BS 8888 standards
25. Product Development Lifecycle awareness, understanding of concept, design, prototyping, testing, and production phases.
26. Systems Engineering exposure, knowledge of SysML and systems thinking principles.Appreciation of how complex systems are designed, integrated, and verified, especially with regards to SysML
Job Reference Number
16962BR
Employee Type
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Working Schedule
4xFlex
Country
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
SC
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
No
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
27. Private Medical Insurance
28. Competitive Pension
29. Dental
30. Critical Illness
31. Life Assurance
32. Travel Insurance
33. Employee discounts for top high street shops
34. Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
35. Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
36. Reimbursement for a professional membership
37. Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 023 92 458 000.
Job Expires
28/07/2025
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