Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice

Safran; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Early finish on Fridays

25 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Annual bonus and share scheme

Pension with up to 8% matched

Life reassurance 4x salary

On-site parking with EV charging

Flexible benefits & mobility options

Enhanced maternity & family-friendly

Internal training & career development

Job summary

Safran in Gloucester is offering a Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice position as part of a Level 3 Apprenticeship. The three-year programme starts September 2027 and focuses on developing hands-on experience in manufacturing processes for aerospace landing gear components.

You will work with experienced engineers to solve manufacturing challenges, improve efficiency and contribute to the introduction of new products and technologies into production.

Qualifications

• Five GCSEs at grades 9–5 or A*–C, including English, Maths and Science.
• A genuine interest in engineering, manufacturing and technology.
• A willingness to learn and complete both the practical and academic aspects of the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Engineers with the development and improvement of manufacturing processes and methods.
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of manufacturing documentation, work instructions and process information.
• Develop an understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Support CNC programming, tooling and fixture development activities.
• Assist with investigating manufacturing challenges and identifying practical solutions.
• Support continuous improvement activities to improve quality, efficiency and delivery performance.
• Work with Production and Quality teams to resolve day-to-day manufacturing issues.
• Assist with the introduction and industrialisation of new products and manufacturing processes.
• Collect and analyse manufacturing data to support engineering decisions and improvements.

Skills

Engineering interest

Willingness to learn

Education

Five GCSEs (9-5) including English, Maths and Science

Job description

Safran in Gloucester is offering a Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice position as part of a Level 3 Apprenticeship. The three-year programme starts September 2027 and focuses on developing hands-on experience in manufacturing processes for aerospace landing gear components.

You will work with experienced engineers to solve manufacturing challenges, improve efficiency and contribute to the introduction of new products and technologies into production.