Engineering Quality Apprentice - Aerospace - Level 4/5

Vacancy ID: 6762; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company is seeking Quality Apprentices to join their team in Cwmbran, UK. This apprenticeship offers a two-year HNC program with practical, hands-on experience in quality engineering. The role involves rotating through key areas of the business, supporting audits, and analyzing data while developing essential skills in an innovative environment. Successful candidates will need a BTEC Level 3 in Engineering and a solid grounding in Maths, English, and Science. Join us to kickstart your engineering career!

Qualifications

• Candidates should ideally achieve at least a merit in an Engineering related BTEC Level 3.
• Completion of GCSEs in Maths, English, Science and preferably a Technology subject at grades A–C or 4–9 is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete a two-year HNC programme with hands-on experience on-site.
• Rotate through key areas of the business, supporting audits and analyzing data.
• Help maintain compliance and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Interest in engineering

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Positive work ethic

Ability to work independently and with others

Good level of IT literacy

Willingness to learn

Education

BTEC Level 3 in Engineering

GCSEs in Maths, English, Science, and Technology

Job description

About the apprenticeship

Quality is at the heart of aerospace engineering—far more than a box to tick. Every component we design and manufacture must meet strict safety and performance standards. As a Quality Apprentice, you'll play a vital role in ensuring reliability, safety and customer trust while developing real engineering problem‑solving skills in a fast‑moving, innovative industry.

Duties

We’re recruiting for several Level 4 Quality Engineers, where you’ll complete a two‑year HNC programme with one day a week at NDGTA and the rest gaining hands‑on experience on‑site. Throughout your Apprenticeship, you'll rotate through key areas of the business, supporting audits, analysing data, improving processes, collaborating with teams, resolving issues and helping maintain compliance and customer satisfaction. It’s a chance to build strong technical skills, become a trusted quality specialist and start a career in a sector where excellence truly matters.

Additional information

Travel between Newport and Cwmbran Sites may be required.

Qualifications

Successful candidates should ideally have, or be on track to, achieve at least a merit in an Engineering related BTEC Level 3. You also should have completed your GCSE's including Maths, English, Science and a preferably a Technology subject, at grades A–C or 4–9.

Requirements

After completing your HNC, you'll have the opportunity to secure a full‑time role within one of our departments or continue your Apprenticeship by progressing to further study and achieving your HND.

Skills

• Interest in engineering from school, hobbies, or other experiences
• Positive work ethic and the ability to work both alone and with others
• Willingness to learn and try new challenges
• Strong communication, attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• The ability to plan and organise yourself
• A good level of IT literacy

Welsh language

Welsh spoken skills: No

Welsh written skills: No

If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.

Training provided

Training provider: NDGTA

Qualification: HNC – Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical)

Employer details

Safran Seats Gb, Kestrel House Lakeside, Llantarnam Industrial Park Cwmbran NP44 3HQ

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