DE&S Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme at Defence Equipment & Support

You'll work in a hugely collaborative environment alongside engineers, project managers, customers, and suppliers to ensure that DE&S continues to deliver the very best equipment to the front line.

Year 1 - Full-time attendance at the training provider to learn core engineering skills and start your BEng Degree in Electromechanical Engineering. This degree is a blend of mechanical and electrical/electronics engineering. While you’ll still complete some pure mechanical modules, our 2025 intake will have a bias towards electronics
Years 2 & 3 - Practical and vocational training, continuation of the BEng
Years 4 & 5 - For your final two years, whilst working towards the completion of your BEng, you can expect to focus more closely on a particular area of the business e.g., land equipment, aerospace, maritime, weapons, communication systems etc.

Employer Description

Defence Equipment & Support

At Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), we're here to provide for the Armed Forces, as they serve our country all over the world. We support those on the front line by providing cutting-edge equipment and technology for land, sea, air and space. We deliver the kit the UK military needs to maintain advantage and stay protected, as they protect life at home and overseas.

Training to be Provided

10 months based at college practical learning, then on-the-job and day release from then onwards at Abbey Wood.

Possible Start Date

Mon, 08/09/2025 - 01:00

Future Prospects

Successful completion of the scheme can lead to a position within DE&S.

Qualifications Required

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: GCSE
Subject: Any subject
Grade: 4-9

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: GCSE
Subject: Any subject
Grade: 4-9

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: GCSE
Subject: English Language
Grade: 4-9

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: GCSE
Subject: Maths
Grade: 4-9

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: GCSE
Subject: Science
Grade: 4-9

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: A Level
Subject: Any subject excluding general studies
Grade: Minimum C

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: A Level
Subject: Maths
Grade: Minimum C

Weighting: Essential
Qualification Type: A Level
Subject: Science
Grade: Minimum C

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Closing Date

2 Dec 2024

Wage

£25,760 a year

Job Location

Bristol, BS34 8JH

Vacancy Type

Degree Level Apprenticeship

Working Week

Monday- Friday Shifts to be confirmed.

Number of Positions

Apprenticeship Framework

Engineering and manufacturing

Reference Number

1000286439

How to apply

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