AddressDate Posted:
2024-02-26Country:
United KingdomLocation:
Rohr Aero Services Limited, 1 Dow Avenue, Prestwick International Aerospace Park, Prestwick, KA9 2SAPosition Role Type:
UnspecifiedCollins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
At Prestwick Service Centre we are specialists in the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of aircraft engine nacelle systems and engine components. We currently have a number opportunities for individuals to gain a recognised trade within the aircraft industry by completing a Modern Apprenticeship.
Our apprenticeship programme is tailored to develop outstanding apprentices who will obtain the relevant Aeronautical Engineering qualifications at Ayrshire College, whilst working onsite; fully supported to embark on their career journey to become a fully qualified Mechanic Inspector in the industry.
We have different entry requirements, to suit a variety of educational pathways and you must have passed these qualifications by August 2024 :-
4 year apprenticeship entry requirements
Essential
Nat 5 in Mathematics
Nat 5 in Physics
Nat 5 in English
3 year apprenticeship entry requirements
Essential
HND in Aeronautical Engineering
Desirable; all practical subjects
Nat 4/5 Metalwork, Woodwork, D&M
NC Aeronautical Engineering
Foundation Apprenticeship
PEO in Aeronautical Engineering
This is a true ‘earn while you learn’ opportunity whilst you are working onsite at Prestwick Service Centre. You will gain hands-on experience working directly with Mechanic Inspectors to learn your trade, which involves working with various tools and materials, using technical manuals and blueprints to inspect and repair aircraft components.
During this apprenticeship, you will spend year 1 working towards achieving an SVQ Level 2 PEO and an NC in Aeronautical Engineering (unless you already have these) whilst gaining valuable shopfloor experience.
In years 2 & 3, you will continue to build on your technical experience whilst gaining an SVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering. There is also an opportunity to attend college on a day release basis to gain an HNC in Aeronautical Engineering during your 2nd and 3rd year, with HND an additional option.
You will have good communication skills, both written and verbal, be able to demonstrate basic mechanical skills and have a demonstrable interest in engineering and mechanics.
If this is something you would be interested in, then we would like to hear from you.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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