Craft Plant Apprenticeship - Aerosystems

Airbus; Broughton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Holiday entitlements

Pension

Success share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus is recruiting a Craft Aerosystems Apprentice at its Broughton site in North Wales. The 36‑month program combines hands-on training with academic study to develop skills for installing electrical, hydraulic and fuel systems on wings for the A320, A330 and A350 families.

Starting September 2027, the apprenticeship offers NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications, with a structured path to a rewarding aviation career and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Proven commitment to completing technical training alongside academic studies.
• Interest in aerospace manufacturing and aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Immerse in hands-on technical work while studying to gain recognised qualifications.
• Apply skills directly to live aircraft projects and system installations.
• Assist in manufacturing wings for Airbus aircraft at the Broughton site.
• Operate safely and maintain detailed records during training.

Education

NVQ Level 2 Diploma

City and Guilds 2675 Level 2

Level 2 Essential Skills

Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering)

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC L3 Certificate

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: September 2027

Location: Broughton

Duration: 36 months

Closing date for applications: 15th December 2026

Benefits

• Salary: £19,185
• 35 hours per week (on either a standard working day or a double-day shift pattern, providing flexibility)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Success share
• Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us

Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airbus as a Craft Aerosystems Apprentice in Airbus Broughton and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A320, A330, and A350 aircraft families. This 36-month program offers valuable hands‑on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation.

At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. As the global center of excellence for wing manufacturing, our Broughton site delivers over 500 wing sets annually. Our apprenticeship programs are carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly.

With over 175,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently

What you will be doing

As a Craft Aerosystems Apprentice, you'll immerse yourself in hands‑on technical experience in the workplace while completing your academic studies. This program is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on live aircraft. You'll also benefit from our Gen A support network and learning HUB , providing additional support, events, and opportunities for all early career participants.

This 36 month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact:

Year One

Year One: You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Coleg Cambria, Deeside, working towards obtaining:

• NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
• City and Guild 2675 Level 2 in In Aircraft Engineering
• Level 2 Essential Skills

This wil l allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year.

Year 2 and 3

Your Learning Takes Flight at Broughton! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our world‑class team at the Airbus Broughton site in North Wales. Here, you'll apply your skills directly to live aircraft projects and assist in manufacturing the wings for our Single Aisle and Wide body families, rotating through various equipping wing production areas to gain diverse experience. Your varied tasks will require a range of technical skills. This will include:

• Expertly installing complex aircraft systems, including hydraulic lines, electrical wiring harnesses, fuel pipes, and control cables. Working to engineer drawings to ensure components like valves, sensors, actuators, and electronic units are precisely fitted and secured.
• A critical part of the role is performing comprehensive functional tests (e.g., pressure tests for hydraulics/fuel, continuity/resistance checks for electrics) to verify system integrity and performance. They diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions, ensuring all installations comply with rigorous aerospace safety standards, technical specifications, and maintain detailed records of their work.

You'll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards:

• Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering)
• Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC L3 Certificate

Upon su ccessful completion of your 36-month apprenticeship, you'll become a skilled aircraft fitter , specialising in the installation of electrics, hydraulics and fuel systems to produce the wing on our world‑class Airbus aircraft. You'll receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, setting you up for a fantastic career.

Requirements

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship you must:

• Achieve a minimum of five GCSEs which must include:
  • Grade C or 4 in Maths (GCSE certificate only - no equivalency accepted)
  • Grade C or 4 in English Language (GCSE certificate only - no equivalency a