Pyrometry Apprentice
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Company: FORGED SOLUTIONS GROUP LIMITED
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Location: Matlock, DE4 2JB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,800.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000039277
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Application Deadline Date: 31/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Brief Description
An exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to begin an Apprenticeship in Pyrometry Engineering within an aerospace manufacturing environment. This role will provide structured training, hands-on experience, and industry-recognised development in temperature measurement, calibration, and process control which are key disciplines.
Training to be Provided
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. You will be expected
to work towards the Level 3 Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.
Future Prospects
Full time position with the company.
Vacancy Detail
Technical Competence
- Develop an understanding of thermocouple types, selection, and applications
- Build knowledge of key aerospace standards and customer specifications
- Carry out pyrometry instrumentation calibration activities
- Perform System Accuracy Tests (SATs)
- Set up and conduct Temperature Uniformity Surveys (TUSs) in accordance with dimensional drawings
- Develop an understanding and operate multiple Pyrometry Control Systems, electrical and gas driven across various temperature ranges
Systems & Process Knowledge
- Gain experience of Area Control and Recording Systems across different software platforms
- Produce accurate and detailed calibration and test reports, including as found and as left results
- Develop an understanding of preventative maintenance and scheduling systems
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
- Learn how to fault-find, diagnose, and resolve technical issues
- Support continuous process improvement initiatives
- Assist in project planning and execution