Aerospace Mechanical Degree Apprentice - Level 6 (Hands-On)

Leonardo; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo Helicopters UK is offering an Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Degree Apprentice (Level 6) in Yeovil. The five-year scheme blends hands-on placements with practical and theoretical study to support a fleet of helicopters, maintain airworthiness, and analyse performance.

You will rotate through Engineering, starting with inductions at Leonardo and Yeovil College. Year-by-year progress includes Level 4 modules, EPA portfolio work, and Level 5/6 degree units, culminating in EPA and a Level

Qualifications

• UCAS/grades required: 96 UCAS points including Maths and at least one STEM subject.
• GCSE Maths grade B/5 and five GCSEs including English and Double Science or equivalent.
• 18+ and eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Participate in placements across Leonardo Engineers departments.
• Complete Level 4–6 BEng degree units while on programme.
• Contribute to design, analysis and testing tasks across structural, rotor and manufacturing domains.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Continuous improvement

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

UCAS points 96+

GCSE Maths B/5 plus 5 GCSEs incl Eng Lang & Double Science

Job description

Leonardo Helicopters UK is offering an Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Degree Apprentice (Level 6) in Yeovil. The five-year scheme blends hands-on placements with practical and theoretical study to support a fleet of helicopters, maintain airworthiness, and analyse performance.

You will rotate through Engineering, starting with inductions at Leonardo and Yeovil College. Year-by-year progress includes Level 4 modules, EPA portfolio work, and Level 5/6 degree units, culminating in EPA and a Level