Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship

Airbus S.A.S.; Filton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days holiday

Success share

Job summary

Airbus in Filton, UK offers a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship combining on-the-job training with university learning over four years. You will work across IT applications, follow project management methodologies and gain a fully funded degree while earning a full-time salary.

The role spans cyber security, data analytics, software development, IT service delivery, and information management, with placements across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 A-Levels grade C/4 or above, preferably Maths, Sciences and IT.
• T Level in IT/Digital subject at Merit or above.
• BTEC L3 Extended Diploma in IT/Digital subject, at minimum MMM grade.
• GCSEs including English and Maths - Grade 4/C or above.
• Undergraduate degrees in computing/IT not eligible.

Responsibilities

• Proactively assist in defining the direction for future IT products, services and validate product designs.
• Participate in all phases of the application development life cycle including integration, validation and production.
• Align architecture strategy with business goals.
• Define policies, standards and guidelines for IT within the organisation.
• Project management: gather requirements, create technical specs and architecture docs, maintain documentation, manage timelines.

Skills

C++

JavaScript

Python

Teamwork

Documentation

Testing

Education

A-Levels

T Level IT

BTEC L3 Extended Diploma

GCSEs incl English & Maths

Job description

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of on the job training at Airbus, and university based learning on day release over the duration of the 4 year programme. You will learn key skills in Digital and technology and have the opportunity to apply real world analytical practices, which will contribute directly to your degree whilst adding value to our business. Key activities of the industry based work of this apprenticeship may include:

• Proactively assist in defining the direction for future IT Products, services and validate product designs;
• Participate in all phases of the application development life cycle which includes integration, validation and production;
• Align architecture strategy with the organisation business goals;
• Define policies, standards and guidelines that direct the selection, development implementation and use of Information Technology within the organisation;
• Project management, involving gathering requirements, creating technical specifications and architecture documents, creating and maintaining documentation and managing a project timeline.

During this time, you will also get to work with various teams in our engineering, design, quality, operations support, cyber security, IT solutions and helpdesk teams and our supply chain and logistics departments, whilst also having the opportunity to pick placements outside of your area of study, including HR, facilities management, recruitment, finance and much more.

This is an ideal role for someone with a keen interest in ICT, digital technology, internet of things, mobile apps, data analytics and future tech.

In order to be eligible for this apprenticeship you must have a minimum:

• 3 A-Levels as grade C/4 or above, preferably in Maths, Sciences and IT;
• T Level in an IT/Digital subject at Merit or above;
• BTEC L3 Extended Diploma in an IT/Digital subject, at minimum MMM grade;
• Equivalent qualifications/Experience subject to validation;
• Minimum of 4 GCSEs including English Language and Maths - Grade 4/C or above.
• Please note that, due to the funded nature of this programme, applicants with undergraduate degrees in computing/IT are not eligible., The ability to work well in a team, as well as focus on your own self development;
• Experience or knowledge of IT product design and development;
• Ability to manage problems, produce documentation, and complete testing;
• Knowledge of Information and knowledge management, and component integration;
• Experience with computer languages such as C++, JavaScript, Python would be beneficial., This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Our Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentices get the unique opportunity to work across a wide variety of teams within Airbus, giving you the "university experience" with 4 whole years of invaluable industry experience. During the exciting scheme, you will get the opportunity to work with many different IT applications. You will follow industry leading project management methodologies to deliver successful business-critical projects, whilst earning a full-time salary and paying ZERO fees to do so.

The apprenticeship gives you the unique opportunity to work in a wide variety of disciplines including:

• Cyber Security;
• IT Service Delivery Management;
• Data Analytics;
• Operational Technology;
• Software Development;
• Information Management.

Over the 4 years, alongside your workplace commitments, you will achieve a fully funded BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions. The completion of this degree will be intertwined with your work based experiences, part of which will directly contribute to your degree. You will studying via our training partner Weston College (UCW), and your degree will be accredited by the University of the West of England. Your industry based work takes place at our world leading aircraft manufacturer site in Filton, Bristol.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Salary: £23,245 35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

We want to get to know you-not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:

• Why Airbus and this apprenticeship?

What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.

• What skills and experience do you bring?

Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.