Job Description:
Start date: September 2026
Location: Filton, Bristol
Duration: 4 years and 3 months
University: Weston College and University of the West of England
Degree: BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering
Standard: Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - ST0010 Aerospace Engineer Level 6
Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.
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: £21,674
35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!
About us:
Are you ready to innovate and connect? If you're passionate about developing environmentally sustainable aircraft and thrive on collaboration, our Engineering Degree Apprenticeship is for you.
Your journey begins with a nine-month vocational foundation diploma. Afterward, you'll join our experts at Filton, diving into real engineering work on our Commercial Aircraft Programmes. You'll be assigned to a department with incredible career potential, including:
We empower our apprentices with significant placement flexibility. You'll not only gain deep technical expertise within your core area but also develop a diverse skill set through rotations in various engineering departments. This unique blend of academic study, on-the-job experience, and training ensures you're well-equipped for a successful and impactful career.
What you will be doing:
Our Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offers a full degree with no fees, plus vocational training with a regular salary. Airbus is leading the way with this unique 4 year programme through which you will achieve a BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering, Level 2 Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering & Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and work towards a professional IEng level award.
As an Apprentice Engineer the type of placements you will undertake may include:
Architecture and Integration
Design (for Wing structures and/or systems installation)
Simulation
Analysis (Static Stress and Fatigue & Damage Tolerance)
Systems Installation Safety Analysis
Research and Technology
Certification
Ground and Flight Test
In Service Support
Digital (e.g. coding, AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Optimization, Methods and tools)
Materials, Processes and Test
Wing Structures Repairs
You will also develop the following:
Project Management through placements in Chief Engineers or other departments
Business and Financial knowledge
Leadership Skills through working on projects with a broad range of people
Requirements:
In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:
OR
BTEC Extended Diploma: Aeronautical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing in Engineering, Construction and the Built Environment, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Land-based Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations and Maintenance Engineering - minimum grade DMM or D(Advanced Manufacturing Engineering)
OR
AND
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved
Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship
Natural curiosity and excitement to explore and to work in a dynamic and changing environment
Ability to manage problems and communicate effectively to resolve them in a fast paced environment
Passion about Aerospace and shaping the sustainable future of the civil aircraft market
Additional Information:
We want to get to know you —not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:
GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).
RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom.
LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
