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, progress is only allowed for one position at a time. Please review all available opportunities and apply 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! Application adverts will close once we receive sufficient applications.
Benefits
- Salary: £21,674
- 35 hours per week // Half day Fridays!
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Success share
- Many flexible benefits
About Airbus
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, after which you'll join our experts at Filton and dive into real engineering work on our Commercial Aircraft programmes.
You will be assigned to a department with significant career potential, including:
- Wing Structures
- Landing Gear
- Fuel & Inerting Systems
- Flight Physics
- Fuel & Landing Gear Testing
We empower apprentices with placement flexibility, offering deep technical expertise in core areas while developing diverse skills through rotations in various engineering departments. This blend of academic study, on‑job experience, and training ensures a successful career.
What You Will Be Doing
The Apprenticeship offers a full degree with no fees, vocational training and a regular salary. You will earn a BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering, Level 2 Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering and Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, working toward a professional IEng level award.
Placements may include:
- Architecture and Integration
- Design (Wing structures and/or systems installation)
- Simulation
- Analysis (Static Stress & Fatigue & Damage Tolerance)
- Systems Installation Safety Analysis
- Research and Technology
- Certification
- Ground and Flight Test
- In‑Service Support
- Digital (coding, AI, ML, data analytics, optimisation, methods and tools)
- Materials, Processes and Test
- Wing Structures Repairs
You will also develop skills in:
- Project Management through placements with Chief Engineers or other departments
- Business and financial knowledge
- Leadership through projects with a broad range of people
Requirements
Eligibility requires a minimum of:
- 112 UCAS points or above: 3 A levels (BBC or above), including Maths at B or above and Physics or Chemistry at C or above, plus an additional A‑level/AS‑level/BTEC Diploma
- BTEC Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field with minimum grade DMM or D (Advanced Manufacturing Engineering)
- T Levels – a minimum of Merit overall in Engineering and Manufacturing, with additional qualification in Maths at Level 3 preferable
Additionally:
- GCSE Maths and English – minimum Grade 5/B
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- CV stating grades (predicted or achieved)
- Cover Letter highlighting passion and suitability
- Curiosity and excitement to explore a dynamic environment
- Problem‑solving and communication skills in a fast‑paced setting
- Passion for Aerospace and shaping a sustainable future for civil aircraft
Boost Your Application
Tell us in your cover letter:
- Why Airbus and this apprenticeship? What excites you about Airbus and the future of aerospace?
- What skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic work that give you practical experience.
Important Information
- Grades: Conditional offers may depend on achieving predicted grades.
- Security Clearance: Eligibility for UK SC Security Clearance or BPSS check (including criminal record check).
- Right to work in the UK: require current legal authorisation for full duration.
- Levy Funding: Must be eligible for levy funding.
Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements for sponsorship of migrant workers.
Contact
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Equal Opportunity and Diversity
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. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. No monetary exchange will be requested during the recruitment process. Any impersonation should be reported to emsom@.
