Electromechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) Degree Apprenticeship

Prestwick Aerosystems; Filton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

35 hours per week

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Success share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited offers an Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in Filton, Bristol, combining a full degree with vocational training and a regular salary. You will study for a BEng (Hons) in Electromechanical Engineering while rotating through civil aircraft programmes.

Starting with a vocational foundation, you’ll experience placements in multiple departments, gaining deep technical expertise and leadership skills for a sustainable aerospace future.

Qualifications

• 112 UCAS points or above with Maths at B or above and Physics/Chemistry at C or above; additional engineering qualification preferred.
• Natural curiosity and excitement to explore in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage problems and communicate effectively in a fast paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Aircraft Architecture and Integration
• Design
• Simulation
• Stress and Fatigue
• Systems Installation Safety Analysis
• Ground and Flight Test
• In Service Support
• Digital (e.g. coding, AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics)

Skills

Curiosity

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Aerospace interest

Education

BEng (Hons) Electromechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: September 2027

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 4 years and 3 months

University: Weston College and the University of the West of England

Degree: BEng (Hons) Electromechanical Engineering

Standard: ST0025 Manufacturing Engineer Level 6

Application closing date: Applications will be open until 26 October 2026. After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended.

Benefits:

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

About us:

Are you ready to innovate and connect? If you're passionate about developing environmentally sustainable aircraft and thrive on collaboration, our Engineering Degree Apprenticeship is for you. We’re looking for Apprentices interested in studying a degree in Electromechanical Engineering to be able to specialise in the integration of mechanical, electronic and electrical engineering systems, to pioneer the future of aircraft systems.

Your journey begins with a nine-month vocational foundation diploma. Afterward, you'll join our experts at Filton, diving into real engineering work on our Commercial Aircraft Programmes. You'll be assigned to a department with incredible career potential, including: Flight Physics incl Windtunnel; Landing Gear Systems; Fuel & Inerting Systems . We empower our apprentices with significant placement flexibility. You'll not only gain deep technical expertise within your core area but also develop a diverse skill set through rotations in various engineering departments. This unique blend of academic study, on-the-job experience, and training ensures you're well-equipped for a successful and impactful career.

What you will be doing:

Our Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offers a full degree with no fees, plus vocational training with a regular salary. Airbus is leading the way with this unique 4 year programme through which you will achieve a BEng (Hons) in Electromechanical Engineering, EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence), EAL Level 4 Diploma in Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing (Development Competence), and work towards a professional IEng level award.

As an Apprentice Engineer the type of placements you will undertake may include:

• Aircraft Architecture and Integration
• Design
• Simulation
• Stress and Fatigue
• Systems Installation Safety Analysis
• Research and Technology
• Certification
• Ground and Flight Test
• In Service Support
• Digital (e.g. coding, AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics)

You will also develop the following:

• Project Management through placements in Chief Engineers or other departments
• Business and Financial knowledge
• Leadership Skills through working on projects with a broad range of people

Requirements:

• 112 UCAS points or above: 3 A Levels BBC or above which must include Maths at B or above AND Physics or Chemistry at C or above, with a further A-level/AS-Level/BTEC Diploma; OR BTEC Extended Diploma: Aeronautical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing in Engineering, Construction and the Built Environment, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Land-based Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations and Maintenance Engineering - minimum grade DMM or D (Advanced Manufacturing Engineering); OR T Levels – Minimum of Merit overall in Engineering and Manufacturing, additional qualification in Maths at Level 3 preferable but not essential; AND GCSE Maths and English (Language and Literature) – Minimum of Grade 5/B.
• Natural curiosity and excitement to explore and to work in a dynamic and changing environment
• Ability to manage problems and communicate effectively to resolve them in a fast paced environment
• Passion about Aerospace and shaping the sustainable future of the civil aircraft market

Important Information:

• GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
• 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.
• RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website.
• LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding. Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.
• AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus Use of AI Guidance.

Contact:

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Company:

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Commitment to Diversity:

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.

Equality and Inclusion:

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].

Company Overview:

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. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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