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Technical Assistant Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship at SYNOPTIX LTD

We are seeking an engineering apprentice to join our Level 6 programme as a Digital Apprentice. This comprises four years of funded academic study and workplace training, which results in a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions Degree. 

Duties and responsibilities may include:  

  • Support to internal Synoptix Projects
  • Project co-ordination in support of work package delivery for customers
  • Contributing to innovation projects and applying knowledge to key technologies (including Digital Twins and AI)
  • Support to Synoptix Academic Engagement

The successful candidate will have opportunities to experience all areas of Synoptix business including Systems Engineering, Cyber Security and Technology Development. 

Synoptix offers internal training throughout the scheme which aims to provide apprentices with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career as an Engineer within a range of domains. This will include introductions to Systems Engineering, Cyber Security and Software Engineering best practises and developing an understanding on how to maximise business opportunities through the application of Systems Thinking. Synoptix has a broad depth of highly skilled engineers who are able to provide expertise in key Engineering capabilities including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Network Security. 

SYNOPTIX LTD

Synoptix is a specialist Systems Engineering consultancy based in Bristol. We apply Systems Engineering methodology to support our clients in developing and realising some of industries’ most exciting, complex and safety critical systems. Ranging from submarines to fighter jets, communication systems to information systems and Cyber Security and AI, Synoptix work across a vast range of domains and technology areas, supporting all phases of the engineering lifecycle. We are rapidly becoming recognised as one of the UK’s most capable suppliers of systems engineering expertise and know-how. We have built up an enviable customer base in the UK Defence Industry supporting numerous organisations both in the Public and Private sector in Land, Sea and Air. We have a diverse portfolio; supporting innovation by collaborating with a number of academic institutions, to applying systems engineering principles to help deliver large and complex engineering programmes.

  • Digital & Technology Solutions Level 6 (Degree Apprenticeship). This comprises four years of funded academic study and workplace training, resulting in a BSc (hons) Digital and Technology Solutions Degree
  • Weekly attendance at University Centre Weston (UCW).
  • Synoptix offers training throughout the scheme which aims to provide apprentices with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career as a Systems Engineer. This will include introductions to Systems Engineering practises and developing an understanding on how to maximise business opportunities through the application of Systems Engineering excellence
  • Synoptix has a broad depth of highly skilled engineers who are able to provide expertise in key Systems Engineering tools including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Requirements Management.
  • Our intention is to offer our apprentices a permanent role at the end of the degree and develop their career as a Systems Engineer
  • This may include the opportunity to continue education to Masters and Chartered Engineer and beyond
  • Generous salary review after first year and annual increases based on performance throughout programme.
  • Weighting: Essential
  • Qualification Type: GCSE or equivalent
  • Subject: English
  • Grade: 4/C or equivalent

  • Weighting: Essential
  • Qualification Type: GCSE or equivalent
  • Subject: maths
  • Grade: 4/C or equivalent

  • Weighting: Essential
  • Qualification Type: A Level
  • Subject: STEM Subject
  • Grade: C

  • Weighting: Essential
  • Qualification Type: A Level
  • Subject: STEM Subject
  • Grade: C

  • Weighting: Essential
  • Qualification Type: A Level
  • Subject: STEM Subject
  • Grade: C

  • Weighting: Essential
  • Qualification Type: Other
  • Subject: STEM
  • Grade: Pass
  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Resilience
  • Diplomatic
  • Proactive
  • Awareness Systems Engineering
  • Passion for Digital Solutions
  • Passion technical solutions

£18,500 a year

Bristol, BS16 1EJ

Degree Level Apprenticeship

Monday - Friday.
8.30am - 5.00pm.
1 hour lunch break.

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Digital

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