We specialise in the design and manufacture of optoelectronic and microelectronic components for defence, space and aerospace applications worldwide. By joining our team, you can actively contribute to the technological advances in the industries we supply our products to. For further information about open vacancies, please contact us at recruitment@isocom.uk.com.

Engineering Technician Apprentice (Level 3)

During your time at Isocom as an Engineering Technician Apprentice you can expect to work within the engineering and production areas.

Your main duties include:

• Work alongside the Technical Manager to gain experience and knowledge of electronic equipment and projects
• Working with our Design Engineers to build and test prototypes of new products
• Supporting the preparation of component test programmes
• Maintaining and supporting the production machinery, jigs and tooling
• Participate in component assembling in clean room as required
• Participate in internal projects
• Ensure quality, housekeeping and hygiene standards are maintained, and at AS9100 quality standards for aerospace and space applications at all times
• Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with the Company’s H&S policy
• Use all PPE as instructed
• Maintain a safe working environment at all times
• Report any serious malfunctions or risks to Supervisor

Desired skills

• Some technical knowledge and understanding of electronics
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow technical instructions
• Good communication and writing skills
• Ability to fully document work for quality control purposes

Personal qualities

• A genuine interest in electronics
• Good dexterity and eye to hand co-ordination
• Experience of working with micro sized objects such as computer circuits, model making, sewing/embroidery or similar style hobbies
• Enthusiastic with a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Punctual and reliable with excellent timekeeping skills
• Adaptable

Desired qualifications

• Minimum GCSE’s 9-3, A*-D or equivalent

Things to consider

• Employee’s will be expected to work within a Clean Room facility wearing PPE at all times
• Employee’s will be required to use microscopic equipment to manufacture the products

To apply for the role, please apply through the Apprenticeship Service here: www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk