Dowty, a GE Aerospace company
Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship, Dowty 2027 intake
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Job Description Summary
As an Advanced Manufacturing Apprentice, you will work within multiple engineering disciplines, putting propeller design ideas into manufacture. Your new skills will enable you to manufacture propellers for large aircraft, including the C130J Hercules. You will study full-time for the first year at GET – Gloucestershire Engineering Training. Participants graduate with a Level 3 Certificate recognised by relevant Professional Engineering Institutions at the appropriate level of professional registration (EngTech).
Job Description
Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!
This opportunity is offered at Dowty, a GE Aerospace business based in Brockworth site.
Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, is based in Gloucestershire. It is a world-leading supplier of electronically controlled, composite propeller systems for a wide range of civil and military applications, including commercial airliners and military airlifters to multi-role seaplanes and marine hovercraft.
Key programs include the Lockheed Martin C-130J, the De-Haviland, Dash 8-400, and the Leonardo C-27J.
Operated by a highly skilled workforce, Dowty’s in-house production expertise for composite blades includes application of resin transfer moulding processes, which have been continuously evolved and perfected since 1976; and the use of braiding machines that rapidly and accurately apply the blades’ fibre outer layers.
Role Description
In addition to technical development, we are also committed to supporting your broader personal development. Throughout your time on the course, you will be given the opportunity to participate in projects and training outside of your apprenticeships with the aim of enhancing both your interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
You will be supported by your line manager, plus placement managers, mentors, and the wider apprentice network, to ensure you are meeting the requirements of your course and getting the most out of your apprenticeship.
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Overview Of The Scheme
- Length of Program: 3 years plus End Point Assessment. You will receive a Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing support technician qualification.
- The first year is full time at college with GET Engineering Training.
- In the second year you will be at college one day per week, with the remainder spent in the workplace.
- Third year is full-time in the workplace, with time allocated for you to complete your EPA and any other required assignments.
As you progress through the years, you will become a more integrated member of the team, taking on more responsibilities in your department and within the apprenticeship community.
Apprentices who have been through this program have successfully secured other roles, such as a Manufacturing Engineer.
Qualifications/Requirements
Please ensure you have achieved or are predicted these grades or above as these are the minimum requirements to join this apprenticeship. Failure to meet these grades could mean you are not eligible to join the program.
Essential
A successful candidate would have, or be expected to achieve by the start of the apprenticeship:
- Achieved or predicted 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent, including Mathematics, English, and a Science.
Desired Characteristics
- Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
- Organised & able to work towards deadlines
- Inspired and curious to learn
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Able to take ownership for projects
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Able to work as part of a team
Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, the stages include a video interview and assessment centre. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated and understand what is next in the process.
If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via Apprenticeship.Queries@geaerospace.com.
Please only submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, we will progress the most suitable one. If in future you are deemed to be suitable for other opportunities, we will automatically consider you for these too.
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Please note our applications will close on Sunday 1st November but may close earlier dependent on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Total Reward
At GE Aerospace, we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you can then tailor to meet your individual needs.
- Non-contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday: Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with a flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced, and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.
Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. For further information, please visit the UK Visa & Immigration Website.
Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.
Additional Information
- Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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