Aviation Test Technician Apprentice: Rotational Program

IF1200 GE Aviation Systems Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Holiday 26 days with buy/sell option

Job summary

GE Aerospace Cheltenham invites applicants to join a 3.5-year Test Technician Apprentice programme. You will rotate through Manufacturing Supply Chain, train as a Test Technician and study Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship with GET, including on-site and college release.

The scheme develops fault‑finding skills and end‑to‑end understanding of aircraft power and avionics systems. You will build technical competency, engage in enrichment activities, and gain opportunities

Qualifications

• GCSEs incl. Maths and English or equivalent.
• 3x A-Levels, including Maths or Engineering.
• Level 3 qualification (BTEC, T-Level or equivalent) in Engineering/Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Fault‑finding on products down to component level.
• Study a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship (HNC/D).
• Learn to use manual and automated test equipment and read circuit diagrams.
• Rotate through core business units to gain broad product knowledge.

Skills

Team player

Problem solving

Curiosity

Willingness to learn

Education

4x GCSEs including Maths and English

3x A-Levels (Maths or Engineering)

Level 3 qualification in Engineering/Manufacturing

Job description

GE Aerospace Cheltenham invites applicants to join a 3.5-year Test Technician Apprentice programme. You will rotate through Manufacturing Supply Chain, train as a Test Technician and study Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship with GET, including on-site and college release.

The scheme develops fault‑finding skills and end‑to‑end understanding of aircraft power and avionics systems. You will build technical competency, engage in enrichment activities, and gain opportunities