Manufacturing Apprentice (Electrical)

About the role

We're hiring a Manufacturing Apprentice - (Electrical) to join our team in Ampthill, Bedfordshire as part of our March 2027 early careers intake.

A Lockheed Martin Apprenticeship will help you to develop the practical skills and knowledge that you will need to join a highly skilled team of Electrical and Mechanical Assembly Technicians.

This job offers a level 3 engineering fitter apprenticeship and will involve training in the following:

• A comprehensive range of Electrical assembly techniques
• Interpreting drawings and working from written instructions.
• Use of hand tools, and measuring and test equipment.
• Liaise with Engineering and manufacturing team leaders to improve electrical assembly methods and design.
• Use problem solving techniques to solve process related issues.
• Ability to prioritise work load in order to meet deliverable commitment timelines.
• Experience of 6 'S' principles and lean manufacturing / continuous improvement tools and techniques

Further information relating to this apprenticeship can be found here:
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0432-v1-4

At Lockheed Martin UK, our Early Careers roles provide a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology and innovation while advancing your own career. As a proud Gold Member of The 5% Club, an exclusive group of UK employers dedicated to investing in apprentices and graduates and named in The JobCrowd's top companies for graduates and apprentices in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management, we're renowned for our commitment to developing emerging talent.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (Grades A-C) in English & Maths OR
• Relevant Level 2 Engineering qualifications or practical experience instead of traditional GCSEs will also be considered

Desired Skills

• Have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and a desire to learn new skills.
• Additionally, if you have technical / hands on interests or hobbies, we would be very interested to hear about them. Please ensure these are included on your CV.
• An interest in electrical assembly through either practical experience or study.