Job Description
Job Title: Apprentice - Electronic Controllers
Location: Yeovil
Role Type: 5-year degree level apprenticeship
Start Date: 3 rd August 2026 aim
Job Summary
As an Electronic Controllers Apprentice at Honeywell, in Yeovil, you will be joining our dynamic Electronic Controllers team. Rotating departments throughout your apprenticeship to acquire experience, knowledge and skills in Design, Project Engineering, Test Engineering, Test Design, Systems Engineering and more. You will work alongside qualified and experienced Honeywell Engineers to develop your electronics and software design engineering skills whilst undertaking part time academic studies at Yeovil College.
This role is part of our University Relations program, designed to help students and recent graduates launch their careers with hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within Honeywell. This apprenticeship is set up for a duration of 5 years with an aimed start date of 3 rd August 2026.
Honeywell
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are used on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components. Our hardware and software solutions help create more fuel-efficient aircraft, more direct and on-time flights and safer skies.
Safer, More Fuel-Efficient Flying and Innovations for the Future of Aviation.
Key Responsibilities
For this Degree level Electromechanical Engineer apprenticeship, Honeywell will provide you with the below, alongside a salary, with annual uplifts, and competitive benefits.
A level 6 (integrated degree) BEng Electromechanical engineering; BSc engineering, or another engineering degree, and a level 4 EAL Diploma in engineering and advanced manufacturing (development competence). Alternatively, a Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional integrated degree could be offered, where a software engineering focus is appropriate.
Within the Electronic Controllers team, work will focus around developing and qualifying hardware and embedded software solutions, which control aircraft life support systems and environmental control systems. You will learn electronic circuit development, printed circuit board design, and enclosure design, to name but a few
Skills
You will work alongside qualified and experienced Honeywell Engineers, predominantly in Electronic Controllers team, as well as gaining exposure in the below departments to develop your engineering skills whilst undertaking part time academic studies at Yeovil College:
Test Solutions: Test Solutions design and execute facility upgrades, test equipment and test setups. This includes safety systems, calibration, test rig automation, measurement & control. The facilities and test equipment that we design and build support the Qualification and Development phase of the Honeywell product lifecycle.
Test Execution:Test Execution are responsible for the Qualification and Development phase of the Honeywell product lifecycle. This ranges from the compilation of Procedures and Reports to the operation of complex test facilities simulating harsh aircraft environments to demonstrate reliability and suitability of the product to meet the customers' needs.
Systems Engineering:Systems engineering are responsible for system architecture & design, including the generation of requirement specifications and the co-ordination of validation and qualification activities. System engineering are often the customer technical interface and are involved in bid & proposal activities & technology roadmaps reviews
Project Engineering: Project Engineers are the responsible Engineers for a projects Schedule, Cost and technical execution. The Project Engineer has to co-ordinate all project tasks with various departments and suppliers to ensure all customer deliverables are met. The PE will have to compile documentation and be a reviewer for all documents to ensure requirements are met. The PE also interfaces with the customer, managing project scope and relations.
Design Engineering: The Design department is responsible for all aspects of the hardware design, ensuring the product meets the requirements of the customer for many elements including, manufacturability, cost, performance, material selection, stress, mass and environmental suitability to name a few. The design team will work with other departments for more specific detailed analysis where needed. Design also has to provide justification for the design against the specification and when making changes ensure the change is well documented and traceable.
Modify designs and solutions to satisfy customers requirements and in-service operations
Key Skills And Qualifications
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join us, people who are looking for an exciting career rather than just a job with the following:
A provable interest in electronics
A levels in 2 STEM related subjects a minimum of grade C
GCSE or equivalent Science and Maths (Grade C/4)
Business level written and verbal language skills
Full and permanent right to work in the UK
Live within an easy commute of our Yeovil offices
Our Offer
Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities.
Skill Development: Access to training and certifications.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and support for combining work with education.
Tech and Innovation: Access to modern tools, technologies, and innovative work environments.
Company Culture: Sense of community, team-building activities, and social events.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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About Us
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.