Electronics / Electrical Technician Apprentice IONOPTIKA LTD

As an Electronics Technician Apprentice, you will collaborate within our Production Department alongside experienced Engineers, Scientists, and Machinists, contributing to the production of cutting-edge scientific instrumentation.

Your day-to-day activities will encompass:

1. Kitting, assembly, and testing of electronics modules, assemblies, cables, and instrumentation.

2. Hand soldering (IPC-A-610/620) of electronic components, PCBs (printed circuit boards), modules, and cable assemblies.

3. Preparing and finishing high-precision machine components.

4. Inspecting parts, components, and assemblies against drawings.

5. Managing inventory and maintaining optimal inventory levels.

6. Testing complex products before dispatch.

7. Supporting the implementation of lean manufacturing within the Production Department.

Given our status as a small company, you will have ample opportunities to be involved in various aspects of a vibrant and dynamic workplace.

Our vocational training offers hands-on, supervised instruction in constructing products and cable assemblies. You'll receive comprehensive lessons on soldering techniques and product assembly, covering everything from PCBs to power supply and control modules. You will also support mechanical assembly and aid in building world-leading instrumentation.

The training you will be getting

Apprentices will undertake a Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship Standard programme. This will include a full-time period of practical workshop based 'off-the-job' training at SETA's Apprenticeship Centre in Southampton.

You will also complete a knowledge qualification (depending on your prior attainments) where you will be required to attend SETA one day a week over two academic years.

After your initial training at SETA, you will be with your employer working on developing your skills; ultimately leading to your End Point Assessment.

To achieve full certification SETA will make regular visits during your time in the workplace to ensure you are developing all the required skills within the Standard, including the specified behaviours and checking your theory knowledge via professional discussions.

All training culminates in your EPA, these final tests are administered by an independent assessment organisation and take place in the last three months of the apprenticeship.

1) Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - Awarding organisation EAL; GLH 750, or

2) Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) - Awarding organisation Pearson; GLH 720 or

3) Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Awarding organisation City & Guilds; GLH 720., Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Some electronics knowledge, Basic soldering skills-taught, Strong IT skills, Follow instructions well, Work independently & as a team, GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 5) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 5) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Design & Technology (Grade 5) Desired
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade 5) Desired

Ionoptika is a specialist in ion beam technologies for surface analysis and nanofabrication applications, and 'the expert' in cluster ion beams for secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS). Our product range extends from whole instrumentation, to individual ion beams, components, power supplies, controllers and accessories.

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

• training


• qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field


• industry or sector experience