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Craft Apprenticeship - Mechanical and Electrical
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Job Description
Start date: September 2027
Location: Filton, Bristol
Duration: 4 years and 3 months
College: Weston College
Qualification: Engineering Technician Level 3 - Pathway 1. Aerospace Manufacturing Fitter
About the Role
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).
What You Will Be Doing
Year 1
- Semester 1 (September to January): Full-time studying at Weston College
- Semester 2 (February to June): 2 days per week onsite at Airbus Filton, with the other days at Weston College
Years 2 and 3
- Full-time on-site at Airbus Filton
- 1 day release with Weston College during this time
Year 4
- Full-time on-site at Airbus Filton
When working on-site you will be on a shift pattern from 06:30am to 3:45pm (may be subject to change). 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
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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 colour blindness test may also be required.
Requirements
To be eligible for this apprenticeship you must:
- Achieve a minimum of five GCSEs including:
- Grade C or 4 in Maths (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)
Attach your CV (stating your predicted or achieved grades) and cover letter stating your motivation for the role and industry.
Boost Your Application
We want to get to know you! Not just your grades or school background. On your cover letter, tell us:
- Why Airbus?
- What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you.
- Why a hands-on apprenticeship?
- Why do you want to learn by doing? We’d love to hear what draws you to practical, skills-based learning.
- Show your hands-on experience.
- In your CV or cover letter, include any hands-on activities or hobbies where you've used practical skills. These could be things like:
- DIY projects
- Building and fixing things
- Doing make-up or beauty work
- Tinkering and Tech Projects
- Building models
- Baking or cooking
Important Information
- GRADES: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades 24h after receiving your certificates on results day, in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms.
- SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.
- RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom. For more information, please check the Government Website. Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.
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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.
Company: Airbus Operations Limited
Employment Type: Apprenticeship
Experience Level: Entry Level
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