Engineering Apprentice (Defence)

The Launch Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Launch Group, in collaboration with MBDA, seeks apprentices for various roles in engineering, finance, and business. This comprehensive program provides a pathway to gain valuable skills, earn qualifications, and secure a permanent position post-apprenticeship, with salaries starting at £18,000 and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Joining bonus of £3,000

Permanent position guaranteed after apprenticeship

Annual pay reviews

Flexible working options

Access to gyms and social clubs

Paid travel expenses for study

Study leave during exams

25 days annual leave plus holiday purchase option

Up to 15 days flexi leave

Qualifications

• Level 3 typically requires 5 GCSEs.
• Level 4 requires 5 GCSEs and 96 UCAS points.
• Level 6 requires 5 GCSEs and 120 UCAS points.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project planning and control.
• Engage in manufacturing processes.
• Contribute to software and business tasks.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering

Finance

Teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs for Level 3

96 UCAS points for Level 4

120 UCAS points for Level 6

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17.06.2025

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Job Description:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation, supporting the Armed forces who protect our nations, both for today and tomorrow.

MBDA is proud to be working in partnership with Movement to Work and The Launch Group to offer these unique opportunities.

On an Apprenticeship, you develop key skills, build a network, and earn valuable qualifications. During the 4-year scheme, you will study, work on exciting projects, and contribute to MBDA's work, all while earning a salary.

MBDA’s Level 3 apprenticeships cover Project Control and Manufacturing operator roles. If you love managing tasks or getting hands-on, these roles are for you. If you're interested in Engineering and gaining a level 4 qualification, you could learn about General Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

If numbers are more your thing, then our Finance apprenticeship is worth a look.

We also offer a range of Engineering, Software, and Business apprenticeships. All qualifications are paid for by MBDA, providing learning without debt.

Apprenticeship schemes at MBDA include:

• Level 3 Project Planning and Control Apprenticeship
• Level 6 Business Apprenticeship
• Level 3 Manufacturing Operator
• Level 3 and 6 Information Management
• Level 4 General and Mechanical Engineering
• Level 6 Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering

Requirements:

Criteria vary by apprenticeship. Level 3 typically requires 5 GCSEs; Level 4 requires 5 GCSEs and 96 UCAS points; Level 6 requires 5 GCSEs and 120 UCAS points.

• Salaries start from £18,000 with a £3,000 joining bonus
• Permanent position guaranteed after the apprenticeship
• Fully funded qualification starting September 2026
• Annual pay reviews
• 25 days annual leave plus holiday purchase and up to 15 days flexi leave
• Study leave during exams
• Flexible working options
• Access to gyms and social clubs
• Paid expenses for travel to and from study