2026 Aerospace Engineering Electrical/Avionic Degree Apprentice (Level 6)
Join Leonardo as a 2026 Aerospace Engineering Electrical/Avionic Degree Apprentice (Level 6). Apply now to be among the first 25 applicants.
Opportunity
Leonardo offers a range of apprenticeships across STEM and business routes, providing paid training, on‑the‑job learning and support for academic qualifications. The apprenticeship offers competitive entry salaries and salary increases as you progress.
Job Description
The Aerospace Electrical and Avionics Degree Apprenticeship is designed for those interested in the practical and theoretical aspects of supporting a fleet of helicopters, maintaining aircraft airworthiness, and performing performance analysis.
Over five years you will experience multiple placements across the Engineering department, culminating in a final placement area based on your demonstrated skills.
You will start with an induction into Leonardo, followed by a Yeovil College induction to establish apprenticeship requirements. Your time will be divided between Yeovil College and work placements at Leonardo Helicopters, with increased work placements as you progress.
Possible placement areas include Structural Design, Rotor Design, Transmission Design, Materials Laboratory, Structural Mechanical Test and Evaluation, Electrical Design, Avionics, Power Generation Systems, Electro‑magnetic Environmental Effects, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Grow knowledge of the engineering business.
- Develop practical engineering skills and understand key processes and technologies.
- Support early career activities, such as working as a STEM ambassador in schools, colleges and universities.
Qualifications
- 96 UCAS points (or 240 pre‑2017) at A‑Level or equivalent, including Mathematics and at least one STEM subject.
- 5 GCSE grades 4–9 (equivalent) with mandatory English, Maths and Science plus two additional subjects.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre‑employment screening under the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional National Security Vetting may apply, including eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
Why Join Us
At Leonardo, people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports wellbeing, career development and work‑life balance.
Benefits
- Generous leave and up to 12 additional flexi‑days per year.
- Employer‑contributed pension scheme with up to 15 % contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice and employee‑led networks on inclusion and diversity.
- Bonus scheme and annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- Flexible benefits spend up to £500 per year on healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships, etc.
Location
GB – Yeovil – Lysander Rd
Contract Type
Fixed term
Hybrid Working
Onsite
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