Structures Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Core
Train to become a Structures Manufacturing Technician by developing mechanical and electrical skills to build satellite structures.
Role type
Level 2 Engineering Operative (Apprentice)
Builds
Satellite structures and spacecraft components
Domain
Aerospace / Defence
Required skills
Mechanical assembly, electrical techniques, hand measuring, riveting, drilling, reaming, torque loading, crimping, splicing, routing, harness installation, electrical testing, fault finding
Preferred skills
GCSE Maths and English (Grade 3 or equivalent), hands-on DIY or building experience
Technologies
3DX drawings, hand measuring tools
Responsibilities
Use adhesives and bonding methods, fit and remove wire thread inserts, perform end-to-end harness installation, conduct electrical testing and fault finding, follow process and tolerances to drawings
Seniority
Student / Apprentice