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Launch Your Engineering Career with an HMGCC Manufacturing Apprenticeship

High Performance Engineering
Manufacturing

Start Your Engineering Career with HMGCC

His Majesty's Government Communications Centre (HMGCC), the engineering specialists at the heart of the UK's national security, are recruiting Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprentices based in Milton Keynes.

This Level 4 apprenticeship combines hands-on experience with formal training, giving learners the opportunity to build valuable engineering skills while working with advanced manufacturing equipment and innovative technologies.

What You'll Gain

Successful applicants will:

  • Complete a 42-month Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship

  • Achieve an embedded Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering

  • Earn a starting salary of £22,176, increasing annually as you progress through the programme

  • Gain hands-on experience across a variety of manufacturing disciplines

  • Work alongside experienced engineering professionals

  • Contribute to projects supporting the UK's national security

Who Can Apply?

Applicants should be predicted to achieve or already hold:

  • Five GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English, Maths and a Science, Technology or Engineering-related subject

And either:

  • Two A Levels at grades A* to C (preferably STEM subjects), or

  • A Level 3 Engineering BTEC with at least 90 credits

Why Choose an Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications, earn a salary and develop real-world experience without taking on university debt.

At HMGCC, apprentices work with cutting-edge technology in a purpose-built advanced manufacturing environment while receiving tailored support and development throughout their programme.

About HMGCC

HMGCC works with the UK's national security community, government departments, academia and industry partners to develop innovative tools and technologies that help protect the nation.

Alongside training and career development, employees benefit from a supportive and inclusive workplace, generous annual leave, wellbeing support, professional memberships and a wide range of employee benefits.

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