Craft Apprentice
flir · UK - Bodelwyddan · United Kingdom · On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Company Overview
Teledyne Qioptiq Designs and Manufactures Market Leading Optronic solutions for Defense & Aerospace applications. Key markets include Head-Up Displays for Commercial Airliners, Helmet Mounted Displays for 4th & 5th Generation Fast Jet Platforms, Night Vision for the Dismounted Soldier, and Advanced Electro-Optics for Airborne, Maritime and Vehicle Platforms. Qioptiq has a world-renowned reputation for the highest standards of business integrity, customer service, product quality and cutting edge innovation. We are looking for candidates who have a keen interest in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
We are excited to offer opportunities for 8 Manufacturing Craft Apprentices to join our site in St. Asaph, North Wales in the following areas:
Procurement
Assembly
Machine Shop
Optical
QST (Qioptiq Space Technology) located in Bodelwyddan
The successful candidates will form part of an experienced manufacturing team and will learn and become responsible for the manufacture of precision mechanical / optical components using a variety of machine tools to satisfy technological needs in-line with the engineering requirements of the business.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with our world-renowned Engineering Teams and highly skilled Operations Departments, learning the skills required for a successful career within our business.
Description
A Craft Apprenticeship is a combination of external and in-house training; the successful applicants will follow the Craft Apprentice plan as outlined below:
Craft Apprenticeship Programme :
Complete Performing Engineering Operations (PEO)
Complete a Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Engineering
Complete a Level 3 Manufacturing NVQ in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
Complete a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
Complete Engineering Essentials Key Skills
Craft Apprenticeship Development Plan :
Attending an approved qualification programme on one- or two-day release basis, dependent on Engineering qualifications
Follow an Internal Department Development Plan, led by your dedicated Mentor.
Craft Apprenticeship Outcome :
Successful completion of Qioptiq Craft Apprenticeship
The benefits of a Craft Apprenticeship:
Learn and Earn – continue your learning beyond College/School, studying towards a…