Technical Publications & Product Training Apprentice – Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician

As a Technical Publications & Product Training Apprentice, you will develop the technical knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours needed to become a confident and capable engineer.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Develop engineering knowledge and skills within the Technical Publications and Training Services department.
• Build technical expertise through a combination of on-the-job training and academic study.
• Support the team with service-engineering activities.
• Ensure work is delivered to deadlines and within budget.
• Perform tasks professionally, within your competence level, and under supervision.
• Adhere to relevant specifications, standards, and Thales documentation processes.

What You Will Learn

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will gain experience and knowledge in:

• Developing engineering knowledge across electronic, mechanical, software engineering, and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
• Understanding the key techniques and technologies used in designing and implementing Thales products
• Learning about the bid process
• Verifying maintenance and operating procedures by assessing hardware and software equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering CAD models, drawings, and specifications
• Developing additional media skills, including video editing, drones, and AI tools
• Understanding the different disciplines within the Services function and how equipment is designed with supportability in mind
• Building knowledge of and using Services tooling and software packages
• Learning and maintaining knowledge of current industry standards across service disciplines
• Supporting the UK Armed Forces and the MOD to develop and maintain cutting-edge publications, training tools, methods, and media
• Specialise within Technical Publications & Training Services:
  • Technical Publications development and generation, including online help
  • Technical Publications authoring and illustrating
  • Training Needs Analysis
  • Product Training Courseware development, including online e-learning
  • Face-to-face training delivery
  • Media skills

Apprenticeship Programme

This is a 3–4-year programme delivered in partnership with an external West Sussex based provider. You will study towards a Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship, delivered via a blended learning model of on-campus delivery and self-directed learning activities. You will be able to apply your classroom learning back into the workplace, whilst working on real-world projects alongside Thales experts.

Note: Anyone with a relevant BTEC, HNC, HND or degree will not be eligible.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (A-C) in English and Maths.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum
• Performance-related pay uplifts
• Holiday entitlement of 201 hours a year (plus a company day and bank holidays)
• Contributory Company Pension
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Hybrid/flexible working options
• Employee assistance programme
• Learning and development support
• Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives
• Life Cover
• 80 Hours Volunteering per year (first two years)

Recruitment Process

1. Apply Online
2. Upload Your CV
3. Check your emails for the invitation to apply
4. Complete Your Application
5. Complete Online Tests
6. Virtual Assessment Centre
7. Job Offer

Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2027. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 6 September - Friday 10 September 2027.

Security Requirements

Because of the work we do at Thales, all roles are subject to security requirements. To be considered for this position, you must have the permanent right to work in the UK and be able to successfully complete and maintain UK Government security checks, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and Security Clearance (SC). To satisfy the security clearance requirements for access to highly sensitive information, applicants must have been British citizens from birth and must not hold any other nationality.