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Manufacturing Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

MBDA
£23,000
Bolton

Expected closing date: Friday, 22 January 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 4.5-year Manufacturing Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Bolton, leading to a BEng (Hons) degree.
  • Earn £23,000 per year with annual reviews and a £3,000 joining bonus.
  • Gain hands-on experience across various manufacturing engineering teams and product areas.
  • Requires 5 GCSEs (including Maths, English, Science/Tech) and 120 UCAS points from A-Levels, BTECs, or T-Levels.
  • Applications close on 22 January 2027.

About the Role

Duration: 4.5 years Start Date: September 2027 Location: Bolton Learning Provider: Blackpool College

This apprenticeship offers a fully funded pathway to a BEng (Hons) degree in Engineering Manufacturing from Lancaster University.

What You'll Do:

  • Spend one day a week at college and the rest of your time at MBDA.
  • Understand the role of a Manufacturing Engineer within the Operations directorate.
  • Gain experience in Assembly, Integration and Test of MBDA products.
  • Undertake placements rotating through different manufacturing engineering teams, potentially at other MBDA sites.
  • Work in areas such as:
    • Circuit Card Assembly
    • Seekers and Datalinks
    • Inert Missile
    • Actuators and Control Equipment
    • Platform Equipment and Cables
  • Influence designs and learn about:
    • Tooling required for product build.
    • Product assembly instructions.
    • Manufacturing costs.
    • Industrial validation of production lines and suppliers.
    • Day-to-day support for operators.
    • Production line architecture.
    • Developing new manufacturing processes.
  • Combine shop floor and office-based work.
  • Opportunities for travel to other MBDA sites and countries, and to visit suppliers.
  • Complete assignments and sit exams for university studies.
  • Act as a STEM ambassador, sharing technical knowledge with schools and colleges.

What We Offer:

  • Salary: £23,000 per year, with annual pay reviews.
  • Joining Bonus: £3,000.
  • Qualification: Fully funded BEng (Hons) degree in Engineering Manufacturing.
  • Expenses: Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study.
  • Leave: 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave.
  • Wellbeing: Healthcare Cash Plan for medical, dental, optical, physio, and health & wellbeing costs.
  • Study Leave: Provided during exam periods.

Entry Requirements:

  • GCSEs: A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Mathematics, and any Science or Technology subject.
  • Post-GCSEs: 120 UCAS Tariff points from one of the following:
    • A Levels: 3 x A levels including Maths and either a Technology, Engineering or Science-based subject (achieved grades A*-C).
    • BTECs: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a Science or Technology-based subject (minimum grade DDM, including a distinction in a Further Maths module).
    • T-Levels: T-Level in an Engineering subject (minimum merit grade).
  • Note: Applications are accepted from students predicted to meet these requirements by the start date.

Security Clearance:

  • Must be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
  • Successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.

Application Information:

  • Closing Date: 22 January 2027 (may close earlier depending on application volumes).
  • Location: Bolton.
  • Note: Applicants need to ensure their home or rental location allows for manageable travel to the MBDA site and training provider.