Job Description Summary

As an Advance Manufacturing Apprentice (AMA) you will be based within our Supply Chain, of over 600 people. Throughout your 45-month apprenticeship, you will study a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Engineering Technician Technical Support – Electrical.

Job Description

At GE Aviation, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Our rich history of inventing the future of flight, our continual investment in research and development, and our talented and innovative people will enable us to rise to the challenge of building a world that works with industry-leading technology and innovation. In fact, we’re already developing our next-generation of technologies to achieve greater fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions with an ambition to be a net-zero company by 2050.

Working at GE Aviation means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, curiosity, and ability to question the status quo to a collaborative and diverse team. It means you will have ideas and we will listen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart people. Work that you will be proud of. Work that really matters.

Here are just a few of the reasons you will want to consider a career with us:

• You will help solve the global challenge of how the world flies sustainably. Do work real work with a real purpose.
• Be a part of a global workforce of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences where everyone feels supported and respected.
• Learn from the best minds who also want to learn from you.
• Earn merit-based rewards and incentives.
• Have opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Role Summary

As an Advance Manufacturing Apprentice (AMA) you will be based within our Supply Chain, of over 600 people. Throughout your 45-month apprenticeship, you will study a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Engineering Technician Technical Support – Electrical.

During your first 2-years, you will be split your time between academic study with Gloucestershire College and on-site placement. You will be allocated to a specific business area (known as a cell) for the duration of your placement, and will rotate around all the teams within this production area.

In addition to technical development, we are also committed to supporting your broader personal development. Throughout your time on the course, you will be given the opportunity to participate in projects and training outside of your apprenticeships with the aim of enhancing both your interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.

You will be supported by your line manager, plus placement managers, mentors, and the wider apprentice network, to ensure you are meeting the requirements of your course and getting the most out of your apprenticeship.

Overview of the scheme

Year 1 & 2

In year 1 you will start your study with Gloucestershire College, focusing on your Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (foundation Competence) and Level 3 Diploma in advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge).

You will also start your onsite placement, putting your college skills into practice. You'll begin to work on foundational tasks, establishing working relationships and meeting your team and develop these to become more autonomous and take on greater responsibilities.

Year 3

You will be on site full-time from Year 3, and will work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Technical Support Technician (Development Competence) with supporting portfolio, which you will create with the support of the business and college.

You will also be a more integrated member of the team and will be expected to take on further responsibilities within your department, and across the apprenticeship programme. You will begin to think about your future career with GE and the area you hope to obtain a permanent role in at the end of your apprenticeship.

Candidate profile

In addition to demonstrating that you have achieved, or are predicted, 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent), including

Maths and English at grades C/4 or above, the successful candidate will also be:

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  a motivated and enthusiastic team player
• interested in engineering, technology, and electronics

• inquisitive and willing to try new things
• focused, organised and want to learn
• a creative and innovative problem solver
• keen to seek opportunities to learn and develop

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application (use this as an

opportunity to let us know what makes you stand out!). After this, you may be invited to video interview

and then assessment centre. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you

updated throughout.

Please ensure your CV includes all existing, and pending, qualifications.

Good luck with your application!

Benefits Statement

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Performance based annual bonus
• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection

• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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