Apprentice Aircraft Fitter - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

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Company Description

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group (MADG) is one of the largest independent aerospace and defence companies in the world, with a reputation for innovation and excellence in engineering.

Part of the 110-year-old Marshall Group of Companies, we offer exceptional capabilities in the conversion, modification, maintenance and support of civil and military aircraft, defence vehicle engineering, composite solutions and the provision of sophisticated container systems and tactical shelters.

We are driven by one over-riding purpose: To Protect People in Critical Situations.

A talented team of 1800 colleagues located across the UK, Canada, Europe and the UAE, we pride ourselves on our shared sense of purpose and our ability to solve challenges that others simply can't.

We have ambitions to develop our world-leading presence further.

So if you want to be part of an organisation where people really matter, this could be the opportunity for you to get involved and make your mark.

Marshall has been training apprentices for over 100 years and we are committed to the development of future talent.

If you want the opportunity to become part of this exciting business and help to shape its future then this apprenticeship programme is for you.

Not only will you receive fully funded qualifications you will get real-world, hands-on experience of working in an aerospace engineering environment.

As an Apprentice Aircraft Fitter, you will be expected to develop the high level of skill and knowledge required to carry out maintenance, repairs and modifications to a variety of aircraft, safely, on time and within budget.

Duties of an Apprentice Aircraft Fitter:

Attend and engage with training, including exams and 1-2-1 meetings with your tutors/assessors
Manage your time effectively to complete all coursework, assignments and exams required to achieve the apprenticeship
Reflect on your own practice and experiences and take any feedback onboard
Scheduled aircraft maintenance and servicing
Unscheduled aircraft maintenance including defect rectification to aircraft systems and components
Repairs to airframe structures
All levels of modifications to aircraft structures, systems and interiors
Related duties, including operation of ground equipment, assistance in aircraft movements and aircraft delivery

As a fitter, the role has by necessity, a very high level of quality control in order to maintain the aircraft safely and to regulatory standards.

There is a requirement for you to gain a developed understanding of Marshall processes and procedures in order to be compliant with these standards.

The Apprenticeship

Your apprenticeship will be delivered by our very own Marshall Skills Academy.

As an Apprentice - Aircraft Fitter working in our Military Aerospace business you will be following the Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard (Fixed and Rotary Wing).

More information on this standard can be found on the institute for apprenticeships website.

You will gain the following qualifications during the 4 year programme:

Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace & Aviation Engineering
Level 3 Diploma in Aviation Maintenance (technical knowledge qualification)
Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance (competence qualification)

You will work towards developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required through a range of workshop training, classroom sessions and on the job learning.

Not only will you develop your technical skills you will also have the opportunity to develop the behaviours needed to set the foundation for your future career.

You will be supported every step of the way by our instructors, mentors, line managers and fellow apprentices.

What are we looking for?

Motivation for Marshall, the aerospace industry and a career in engineering
Motivation to complete an apprenticeship learn on the job
Desire and aptitude for hands on work and developing technical skills
Ability to work in a team
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to problem solve
Integrity and ability to take responsibility
Resilient and copes well with change
Innovative and able to think of new ideas

Entry requirements

You must have at least 5 GCSEs at Grade A*C/49 (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English Language and Science
You must not have already completed the level 2 and 3 qualifications listed above in the apprenticeship section
In order to receive apprenticeship funding you must have the right to work in the UK and meet residency eligibility requirements
You must successfully pass all required medical and security checks if you are offered a place on the apprenticeship programme

How to apply

Why do you want to start a career in this area (e.g. engineering, health & safety, aircraft maintenance) and what interests you about an apprenticeship? (250 words max)

What interests you about Marshall and the work that we do? (250 words max)

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