Manufacturing Engineer Apprenticeship; Level 6 Degree

We’re a team of remarkable people, united by one extraordinary mission: keeping the UK safe and secure. The UK’s independent nuclear deterrent has existed for 75 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, helping to guarantee our safety, and that of ourNATOallies.

Our work is critical. We’re delivering Astraea, the next warhead for the UK’s nuclear deterrent and pushing the boundaries of nuclear science and technology. But that’s just part of the story.

We support the UK government in a range of vital areas – from counter‑terrorism to global nuclear test monitoring to building a world‑class community of experts in nuclear science. This is work that protects lives and strengthens national security.

At AWE, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find purpose, growth, and a community like no other. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, this is your chance to learn from the best, develop your skills, and be part of something truly unique.

Be extraordinary at AWE.

This apprenticeship is about developing your interest in how products and parts are made safely, accurately and consistently. You will build your knowledge step by step, learning how designs are turned into real processes, tools and practical solutions used in the workplace.

You will combine university study with hands‑on placements ing the apprenticeship, you will learn how manufacturing engineers support areas such as:

• Precision manufacture
• Fabrication
• Joining
• Assembly
• Materials processing
• Tooling
• Inspection
• New production capability.

Working with teams across design, operations, quality, safety and projects, you will start to understand how different parts of engineering come together to make sure work is completed safely and to the right standard.

As you gain confidence, you will take on real engineering tasks with support from experienced colleagues. This could include helping to test or improve manufacturing processes, looking at data, solving practical problems, supporting the development of tools or equipment, and creating clear engineering documents. You will also learn why safety, quality, cost, delivery and sustainability are important in a highly regulated organisation.

Manufacturing now uses a lot of digital technology. You may use computer‑aided design and manufacturing tools, digital work instructions, engineering systems and data analysis. You will learn how technology helps teams work accurately, safely and consistently, and why keeping reliable records is so important.

When you successfully complete your apprenticeship, you could move into one of our engineering teams as a Manufacturing Engineer. The exact role will depend on business need and the skills and interests you develop during your apprenticeship. Future areas could include:

• New product introduction
• Manufacturing system design
• Advanced or digital manufacturing
• Tooling
• Production support or continuous improvement.
• You will also continue to be supported as you develop your engineering career, including working towards professional recognition where this is relevant to your role.

Manufacturing engineer (ST0025)

• You enjoy solving practical problems and finding out why something does or does not work.
• You work carefully and understand that safety, quality and attention to detail matter.
• You are interested in how designs, materials, machines, processes and data all come together to make something successfully.
• You can communicate clearly, listen to others and work with people in different…