Manufacturing Apprentice - Modern Apprenticeship in Manufacturing

2026 Manufacturing Apprentice - Modern Apprenticeship in Manufacturing

Company
:
Thales

Location
:
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Start Date
: 07 September 2026

Salary
: £24,000 per annum

Employment type
:
Permanent

Working Schedule
: 37 hours a week. First 6 months full time at college (5 days). After completion, 4 days a week at Thales (Mon‑Thu, 9.25 hours a week).

• Earn while you learn
• Job specific training experience
• Recognised qualifications
• Permanent role from day one
• Tuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully covered

• Work to develop a wide range of skills over a 4 year programme.
• Support industry work cells to develop, assemble and test cutting edge technology and maintain high‑end technology.
• Develop optical, mechanical and electrical assembly and testing skills.
• Enhance essential soft skills such as communication and teamwork.
• Collaborate with experienced technicians and engineers to achieve your full potential.

• 2 Highers in English and Maths at a level B or above.
• 5 National 5s including English, Maths and a Science subject at Grade C or above.
• Live and work in Scotland for the duration of the programme.
• Permanent right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Must be able to undergo government security clearance at BPSS Level and obtain Security Clearance (SC) in line with UKSV requirements.

• 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)
• Company Pension
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discount Portal
• Performance‑related pay uplifts
• 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years)

Closing date: 11.59pm Thursday 12 February 2026. Roles may close earlier, so apply as soon as possible.

Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February and May 2026. Induction week for all graduates and apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September to Friday 11 September 2026.

This role requires a sole British National from birth and to achieve Security Clearance (SC) without caveats. If you do not currently hold SC, you must obtain it before commencing employment. Provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and other information required by the UKSV process.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.