Mechanical and Electrical Craft Apprenticeship

Job Description

Job Description:

Start date: 15th September 2025

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 3 years and 3 months

College: Weston College

Qualification: BTEC L3 in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Diploma)

Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

Benefits:

Salary: £17,889 (starting date)

35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Craft Mechanical and Electrical Apprentices to join the Filton Plant in the wing build production environment.

Filton Plant is proud to be responsible for the complete wing Assembly and equipping of the A400M. To date, over 270 wings have been delivered across the world. Filton Plant also completes the Equipped Gear Beam assembly for the A350 aircraft, the critical structural interface between the wing and landing gear.

This Apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to gain qualifications with no fees, whilst acquiring new skills through vocational training, and a regular salary.

On completion of our programme you will become a Skilled Mechanical and Electrical Fitter with a Level 3 Diploma in Aerospace manufacturing and Aviation knowledge! This exciting programme is your first step towards becoming an Aircraft Fitter (Electrical & Mechanical).

Through the 3 year programme, you will gain:

• EAL Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Foundation Competence);

• EAL Level 3 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Development Competence);

• BTEC L2 in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Diploma);

• BTEC L3 in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Diploma).

What you will be doing:

Year 1: During your first year you will spend Semester 1 (September to January) full-time studying at Weston College. In Semester 2 (February to June) you will start to spend 2 days per week onsite at Airbus Filton, with the other days at Weston college.

Years 2 and 3: Time to put your learning to action!

In second and third years, you will be on-site at Airbus Filton. You will rotate around a number of operational areas to develop skills and knowledge required to successfully integrate into the Plant. You will have a 1 day release with Weston College during this time.

When working on-site you will be on a shift pattern from 06:30am to 3:45pm (may be subject to change).

During this time apprentice’s work within the Operational Teams putting together the components and sub-assemblies that go into the finished A400M Wing. You will be required to work on manufacturing and engineering instructions and drawings.

You will learn new skills including:

• Drilling, reaming and countersinking;

• Use of automated drilling equipment;

• Fastening & sealing;

• Sub and major assembly of aircraft components;

• Fuel, Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Electrical installation;

• System function testing.

Due to the nature of some of the tasks you need to be comfortable with working at height and in confined spaces when required. A color blindness test may also be required.

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship you must achieve a minimum of five GCSEs, which must include the following minimum grades:

• Grade C or 4 in Maths (grade B or 5 preferred);

• Grade C or 4 in English;

• Plus 3 other GCSEs at grade C or 4;

• Other qualifications that are equivalent or higher may be considered as an alternative to the additional 3 GCSE’s (subject to validation).

To be a successful candidate you need to:

• Have a passion for learning, enjoy hands-on, teamwork and problem solving activities;

• Submit your CV containing your predicted and/or achieved GCSEs grades;

• Include your Cover Letter stating your motivation for this role in your application.

Important Information:

GRADES: Please note for all applicants your offer will be conditional until we receive evidence of the required grades prior to the 31st August 2025, and in addition completing all pre-employment appointments and online forms.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

Contact:

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email Apprentices@airbus.com. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Apprenticeship

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Experience Level:

Entry Level

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