Job Information
Leidos Apprentice Field Service Engineer in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Description
Under direct supervision, learns & performs a wide variety of technical duties to ensure our aviation product range is compliant with industry best practice. To assist & become proficient in the service and support critical infrastructure Security & Detection Systems.
First 6-months of training program will involve working within the Service team, and other relevant departments at Manchester Airport and Commissioning/ Install teams. Following which, the role will be based mainly at Manchester Airport and also field based shadowing the Field Service Engineers cross the North region of the UK.
To complete a 4-year apprenticeship program and attain a ‘competency qualification’ within the Electrical / Electronic “Mechatronics” apprenticeship standard whilst attending college on a day release basis and/or as required.
The duties and responsibilities may change from time to time without notice and include but are not limited to the duties described below.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Role
Works within UK Service.
Competently use Test Equipment (DVM, Radiation meters and PAC tester)
To attend internal product training
Training to perform assembly tasks
To assist in the repair & maintenance of Security & Detection Systems within Field Service
Training to wire electrical control cabinets
Training to understand GA drawings and Electrical documentation. Attendance at college on a day release basis leading to attainment of Engineering Technician Level 3 qualification
Working across all departments to achieve a complete understanding of the Service, Manufacturing / Engineering processes
Time Management
- Effective time management.
Communication
- Excellent communication skills. Ability to understand tasks allocated and to work with the department team.
Team Working
- Role involves working with the service, manufacturing, stores and engineering team.
Cross Functional Working
- Adapt to roles within other departments to facilitate delivery of projects
Health & Safety
Always follow and promote Group and Company policies and procedures
Ensure all Company equipment and personal PPE is correctly used and maintained.
Equality
- Fully Understand and always adhere to the Company’s Equality Policy at all times
Company Values
- All employees must conduct themselves in accordance with our Corporate Company Values and Business Ethics at all times
Requirements
Good communication skills
Ability to undertake and follow instructions.
Able to express ideas clearly
An interest in electronic, electrical or mechanical engineering
Experience
- Experience in a similar role
Qualifications
Good GCSE secondary school qualifications in core subjects.
Ability to use computers and understanding of Microsoft packages
Other
Needs to be able to obtain DBS clearance for Airport Airside access
Candidates need to be 18 years old+ to meet H&S requirements to work on X-ray machines
A clean, full UK driving license
Position will pay GBP16,000.
Original Posting Date:
2024-08-29
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00142695
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.