Craft Plant Apprenticeship - Aircraft Systems Testing Group (ASTG)

Airbus S.A.S.; Penyffordd; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the UK offers an exciting Mechanical Operator apprenticeship at Broughton. This role provides hands-on experience in maintaining and testing equipment while pursuing a Level 3 NVQ in Engineering Maintenance. Candidates should have GCSEs in relevant subjects and be willing to learn by doing. A competitive starting salary of £17,889 and other benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension and flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Achieve a minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English.
• Complete NVQ Level 2 in an engineering discipline.
• Develop necessary skills for immediate contribution.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine PPM and reactive repairs on production testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults in test equipment.
• Maintain PLC and computerised systems.

Education

GCSEs including Grade B in Maths, Grade C in English Language, Double Award Science or Physics

NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations or equivalent

Level 2 Essential Skills

Job description

Year 2 and 3: Your Learning Takes Flight at Broughton! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our expert team of multi-skilled ASTG FTI (Flight Test Installation) Mechanical Operators, supporting the production and testing of equipment and systems, and apply your skills directly to live projects. The tasks will be varied and require you to use different skills in order to complete them successfully.

This will include carrying out routine Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs on all production testing equipment and systems within the Airbus Broughton plant, demonstrating effective troubleshooting on all test equipment, and day to day fault diagnosing within a highly competent team.

You will maintain technical specialist equipment, such as programmable logic controllers (PLC) and computerised systems. You'll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards a Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Engineering Maintenance) and a BTEC Level 3 Award.

Upon successful completion of your 36-month apprenticeship, you'll become a skilled ASTG Mechanical Operator working within the ASTG/FTI team supporting our world-class Airbus aircraft. You'll receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, setting you up for a fantastic career.

What We're Looking For

We want to know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you. Tell us about your hands-on experience and why you want to learn by doing.

Requirements

• Achieve a minimum of five GCSEs which must include Grade B or 6 in Maths, Grade C or 4 in English Language, and Grade CC or 44 in Double Award Science OR Grade C/4 in Single award in Physics.
• Plus 2 other GCSEs at grade C or 4 (other qualifications that are equivalent or higher may be considered as an alternative to the additional 2 GCSE's)
• NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC, or City and Guild in Aircraft engineering
• Level 2 Essential Skills

This will 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.

Benefits

Salary: A competitive starting salary of £17,889, 35 hours per week, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Success share, and many more flexible benefits!

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Security Clearance

You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.