Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Apprenticeship Level 6

Amentum is seeking a Digital and Technical Solutions Apprentice to support our digital transformation. This is a broad, hands-on role that offers an individual the exciting opportunity to support our digital projects and strategy. This role would suit someone with a keen interest in new technology, is proficient in a broad range of computing skills such as the use of AI LLMs, extended reality products, and willing to support a variety of digital related projects. This role is based in our Warrington office and will work closely with our Digital Enablement Lead, providing the organization with the tools, skills, and knowledge needed to effectively use digital technologies to improve business processes, increase efficiency, and enhance customer experiences. Bridging the gap between adopting new technology and successfully integrating it into daily operations, ensuring employees can maximize its benefits and the business achieves its goal. This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in digital transformation and business enablement, offering progression opportunities within Amentum for those who demonstrate commitment, curiosity, and a passion for deploying new technology appropriately. With support, you will:

• Act as a bridge between the Engineering/Scientific/Programme Management Office and IT team, improving the digital tools available to support their work.
• Work with IT teams on secure, compliant rollouts of new digital tools and technologies.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and software tools for business applicability, to enhance business efficiency and opportunities.
• Organising business information and making it accessible.
• Assist our AI LLM rollout, including the development of AI agents in collaboration with engineers for task automation.
  
  AI and Large Language Models (LLMs): Understanding of LLMs, including practical experience with public tools like ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, or similar. Knowledge of differences between models (e.g. in capabilities, biases, response styles, and ethical considerations), awareness of requirements for local deployment (e.g. hardware needs, data privacy).
• VBA Coding in Excel: Proficiency in developing, debugging, and maintaining VBA scripts for automation.
• Unreal Engine: Practical knowledge of using Unreal Engine or other game development products. Setting up or using VR headsets.
• Image Manipulation Software: Ability to use Photoshop or other image manipulation products.
• HTML and CSS Coding: Experience in building and editing web pages.
Competencies important to us:
• Passion for Innovation: Enthusiasm for emerging technology trends and creatively applying them to real-world business challenges, with a user-centric approach to simplify tasks and drive business growth.
• Learning Agility: Able to independently learn new software or tools through online resources, tutorials, or training courses, and then train others.
• Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to evaluate digital solutions, understanding process impacts, and mitigating risks in changes like digital tool implementations or AI deployments.
• Self-Organization and Time Management: Ability to self-manage multiple projects and tasks independently, prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Curiosity and Process Improvement: Innate interest in understanding company processes (e.g., engineering workflows, documentation handling) and identifying opportunities for digital enhancements to streamline operations.
• Stakeholder Management: Personable communication style to build relationships, manage expectations, and collaborate with engineering colleagues, IT teams, and leadership on tool adoption and change initiatives., GCSE in Computer Science or similar Digital Technology subject at level 8+ Minimum 7 x GCSE's levels 4 - 9
• You will need to be eligible for and obtain National Security Vetting (NSV) at Security Check (SC) level to perform your duties in this role. Please click and follow the link for more information of what is required., You must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
In addition to having the permanent right to work in the UK, you are also required to have been ordinarily resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories, or Crown Dependencies (Channel Islands and Isle of Man) for at least the previous three years before the start and for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Are you looking for the opportunity to study alongside working for a company that is focused on the biggest challenges in the world today? Find out why an apprenticeship with Amentum may be the right opportunity for you.

What else we provide:
• A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments a bit differently than others.
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment, embracing the variety of disciplines, cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees through our Employee Networks.
• A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a supportive culture and positive mental health champion network.
The duration of this apprenticeship will be: 48 months We want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work., Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join our company, please you can contact us here (EYCareers@amentum.com) .