Advanced Manufacturing Operator Apprentice (Level 3)

MBDA UK Limited; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualification starting 09

Paid travel expenses to study site

Annual pay reviews

Healthcare cash plan

25 days annual leave

Holiday purchase option

Study leave during exam periods

Job summary

MBDA UK Limited invites applications for a Manufacturing Operator Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Stevenage. The program combines on-site manufacturing placements with funded study at Milton Keynes College, starting September 2027.

You’ll train in a hands-on environment across multiple production areas, with travel and study support, and BPSS checks post-offer. A base salary of £19,500 plus a £3,000 joining bonus accompanies the four-year pathway.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths at Grade 5 minimum
• GCSE English Language at Grade 4 minimum
• An additional 3 GCSE's at Grade 4 minimum to include a Science or Technology subject

Responsibilities

• Throughout your Apprenticeship you'll study at Milton Keynes (MK) College which will combine virtual and face to face learning, as appropriate.
• You'll be working in our Manufacturing Team as an Operator - at MBDA 'Manufacturing' consists of the Assembly, Integration and Test of all our products for the company.
• Integral to the build of each and every one of our range of products are our Operations community.
• They work with our Engineers to deliver on our commitment to our customers.
• You will be part of a team of operators in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment.

Education

Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship

Job description

MBDA UK Limited invites applications for a Manufacturing Operator Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Stevenage. The program combines on-site manufacturing placements with funded study at Milton Keynes College, starting September 2027.

You’ll train in a hands-on environment across multiple production areas, with travel and study support, and BPSS checks post-offer. A base salary of £19,500 plus a £3,000 joining bonus accompanies the four-year pathway.