2026 Academy Engineer Apprentice (Level 5)

Thales Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Belfast is offering a 2026 Academy Engineer Apprentice role in Mechatronic Engineering. The apprenticeship provides opportunities to explore various engineering sectors before specialising, all while working in a flexible environment. Candidates should be passionate about engineering and ready for a structured development program. Salary is £24,000 per annum with a permanent employee status.

Qualifications

• Passion for engineering and an inquisitive mind.

Responsibilities

• Explore different types of engineering before specialising.
• Participate in a structured apprentice program.

Job description

Overview

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems, Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. We offer opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. Thales UK researches, develops, and supplies technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better and keep us safer. We innovate across Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space, and support a flexible working pattern where possible.

2026 Academy Engineer Apprentice - Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship - Mechatronic Engineering

Start Date: 07 September 2026

Salary: £24,000 per annum

Employee type: Permanent

Location: Belfast

Working Schedule: Monday – Thursday 0800-1645, Friday 0800-1200 (flexible working available)

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Do you want to be part of an Apprentice Programme that will develop and challenge you? If so, then look no further…

Our Mechatronics apprenticeship will let you explore different types of engineering before you make an informed decision to specialise in Hardware (Mechanical or Electrical), Software or Systems Engineering.