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Rack Wiring & Mechanical Assembly Technician Apprenticeship

Microwave Amplifiers LTD · Bristol · posted 28 July 2026

Wage
£15,600 to £24,784.50 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
10 August 2026
Positions
1

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We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join our Assembly team. This is a newly created hybrid role, designed to work across both the Machine Shop and Production departments, adding significant value to the business by supporting and strengthening the connection between the two areas.

In this hands-on role, you will be involved in soldering and assembling electronic components, cables, and sub-assemblies, following technical drawings and detailed work instructions. As part of your training, you will learn how to read and interpret assembly documentation, develop strong hand-soldering techniques, and gain a solid understanding of electronic components and printed circuit board (PCB) assembly.

Working across both departments will provide you with valuable experience of different areas of the business, helping you to develop a broad range of practical and technical skills while contributing to the efficiency and success of the wider team.

Daily Duties:

  • Learning hand soldering skills
  • Crimping of wires
  • Ability to be able to read and follow technical drawings/schematics.
  • Loom building
  • Learn how to access drawing and kit lists from your computer.
  • Basic use of Office 365
  • Fault-finding and biasing
  • Wiring rack

Your training

  • Ongoing training and support from an experienced trainer.

Where it leads

  • At Microwave Amps, apprentices have the opportunity to work across a range of engineering departments, developing their skills and progressing their careers

About Microwave Amplifiers LTD

Forefront of innovative amplifiers since 1989

Bristol has long been a centre of world leading technology. From the Clifton Suspension Bridge to Rolls-Royce & Concorde, the City has been at the forefront of innovation. Microwave Amps follow in this tradition offering over thirty years of experience in amplifier design. Our engineering team use CAD tools and well proven manufacturing techniques with the latest advanced semiconductor technologies to offer the most up to date solutions to customer requirements.

Things to consider

  • Please note that if we receive a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date
  • Please note that our Engineering campus will now be held at our new Advanced Manufacturing Technical Excellence College (AMTEC) at Airbus, Filton, Bristol. (BS34 7PA)
  • So considering the commute is key

Skills they're looking for

Attention to detailProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiativeIndependent workingPride in quality of workA flexible, can do attitudeWilling to take on varied task

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C+) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C+) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 103 SOUTH LIBERTY LANE, BRISTOL, BS3 2SZ

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