Electronic Design Apprenticeship (Level 6 Degree)

This apprenticeship follows the Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development Engineer (Degree) Standard, leading to careers in designing and developing electronic circuits, devices, and systems. As an Electronic Design Apprentice, your first two years of training will be spent at the Skills Academy, where you will work on several electronic projects. Alongside this, you will attend college part-time to complete your HNC. These projects will allow you to develop essential skills and knowledge in basic electronic theory, components, circuit design, construction, and reporting. Following the initial phase, you will complete four 6-month placements at AWE over the next two years, while also working towards your HND. In the final two years, after successfully completing the earlier stages, you will undertake further placements across the business. During this time, you will also work towards your Apprenticeship End Point Assessment (Degree phase). Throughout your apprenticeship, you will attend lectures designed to enhance your understanding of electronic theory. Topics covered include:

• Component recognition
• Component characteristics
• Circuit calculations
• Semiconductor theory
• Fault-finding techniques
• Testing and measuring
This apprenticeship provides a comprehensive foundation in electronic design, preparing you for a dynamic and rewarding career.

We are AWE. We're a team of remarkable people achieving an extraordinary mission: keeping the nation safe and secure. Our work is critical. We are responsible for delivering the next warhead for the UK's nuclear deterrent; working at the forefront of nuclear technologies that keep the nation safe., AWE is a team of remarkable individuals united in a critical mission: ensuring the nation remains safe and secure. The work at AWE is pivotal, focused on delivering the next warhead for the UK's nuclear deterrent, and advancing nuclear technologies to safeguard the nation. AWE's contribution to the government's strategy includes supporting the nuclear deterrent programme, assisting the UK's counter-terrorism efforts, detecting global nuclear tests, and cultivating a world-class team in nuclear science and technology. AWE offers a unique opportunity to start an extraordinary career. Join a community of professionals, develop invaluable skills, learn from industry experts, and become part of one of the most distinctive organisations in the UK.


• AWE offer apprentices a starting salary of £22,250, increasing annually throughout your apprenticeship
• Market leading contributory pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement 270 hours a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays) plus every other Friday off
• Access to employee discounts portal, everyday savings on retail, hospitality and leisure.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
Recruitment Process AWE recruit on a rolling basis which means as soon as their positions have been filled, the scheme will close to new applications. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out! These roles are governed by Health and Safety at Work Regulations and require all candidates to have an Occupational Health pre-employment medical held at AWE which follows the initial selection process. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas. AWE's ambition is to create workplaces where they recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and their employees feel able to be themselves at work. They strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants.