Dowty- Calibration Apprenticeship, intake

As a Calibration Apprentice, you will work within the Facilities Department, responsible for all site services across the Dowty Facilities. Calibration is the discipline that keeps every measurement - pressure, temperature, torque, dimension - accurate and traceable, giving us confidence that our instruments and controls are telling the truth. In an aerospace environment, that accuracy isn't optional: it's what stands between a component and catastrophic failure, so precision here has a direct line to flight safety.

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!

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 air lifters to multi-role seaplanes and marine hovercraft.

Key programs include the Lockheed Martin C-130J, the De Havilland Dash 8-400 and the Leonardo C-27J.

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.

The primary purpose of the role is to undertake an apprenticeship 4yr program to achieve Calibration Technician status at Dowty.

Embark on an exciting 4-year journey to kickstart your engineering career, with an additional 6 months dedicated to completing your End Point Assessment (EPA). This program will include attending Gloucestershire Engineering Training College to participating in mandatory training courses to develop the technical and practical skills required for the role. Apprentices will gain hands-on experience in maintaining and improving advanced aerospace manufacturing equipment and systems.

In addition, online learning will be provided for the HNC component of learning by Teeside University. This apprenticeship program is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of academic learning and hands-on experience, setting you up for success in the aerospace industry.

Your first year will be spent full-time at college with GET Engineering Training, where you'll gain essential knowledge and skills to prepare you for the workplace. This immersive experience will lay the groundwork for your future success.

In your second year, you'll attend college one day per week while spending the rest of your time in the workplace. This is your opportunity to apply what you've learned in a real-world setting, working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to meaningful projects.

Your third year will include the HNC Instrumentation course. You will study and progress onto the calibration of live equipment. The HNC study is online and done in conjunction with completing your level 3 study.

Your final year is all about diving deeper into the workplace full-time. You'll take on more responsibilities, become an integral part of your department, and actively contribute to the apprenticeship…