Manufacturing Engineering Higher Technical Apprenticeship

Prestwick Aerosystems; Filton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £23,064

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Success share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Filton, Bristol, invites applications for a Level 4 Manufacturing Engineering apprenticeship starting September 2027. The role covers wing and sub-assembly processes, with exposure to design to production hand-off and future technologies.

You will support cost reduction, efficiency gains, and participate in new product introductions across projects such as A400M and A350. The program offers hands-on experience, cross-functional collaboration and opportunities to

Qualifications

• A level in Maths and Physics at C or above OR Level 3 engineering qualification (BTEC Level 3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma or T level) at Merit or above
• Five GCSEs at 4/C and above including Mathematics, English Language and Science
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Desire to work in a technical team environment
• Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems

Responsibilities

• Gain experience across the wing and sub-assembly process and overview of current manufacturing process
• Work with multiple functions to deliver technical solutions
• Initiate and support team activities with Quality, Operations and other functions
• Build relationships with stakeholders across functions focusing on customer needs

Skills

Proficient communication

Team oriented

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Maths & Physics A level (C or above) OR Level 3 engineering qualification

Five GCSEs including Maths English Science

Job description

Job Description

Start date: September 2027

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 4 years

University: Weston College

Degree: Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 Qualification

Application closing date: 26 October 2026

Benefits

• Salary: £23,064 35 hours per week


• Half day Fridays!


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Pension


• Success share


• Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us

A new and exciting role has arisen within the The Filton Plant Manufacturing Engineering team is at the heart of all our tasks, working with every function to turn design intent into production reality. We provide production support, develop new technologies for cost reduction and efficiency, and work on new product introductions. As a Level 4 apprentice, you will have the opportunity to work with Operations, supplying technical insights and practical solutions to real life manufacturing challenges. Your apprenticeship will cover projects such as the A400M, A350 and other Research & Technology initiatives. We are a pioneering and innovative team of experienced engineers, covering a wide range of subjects from work preparation, jigs and tools, assembly technologies and research & development portfolio. This gives you a wide spectrum of opportunities across various wing-related subjects within the Manufacturing Engineering domain. If you enjoy a challenge without a predefined solution, taking full accountability for project delivery, and developing hands on skills as you go, all while being at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, then this could be the perfect role for you. We are looking for individuals with the energy and drive to succeed and become a future employee of our company.

What you will be doing

• You will gain experience across the whole wing and sub assembly process along with gaining a good overview of the current manufacturing process along with developing future solutions;


• The tasks will be varied and require you to use different skills (technical, project management, communication etc.) in order to complete them successfully;


• You will initiate and support activities within the team along with working with Quality, Operations, finance and other functions;


• Manufacturing Engineering is a crucial link with the design organisation and production, therefore you will need to build relationships with stakeholders from across multiple functions, taking differing views into consideration, soliciting different views always with the customer in mind;


• We are a diverse and inclusive team and value different ways of thinking and working to get a technical solution.

Requirements

• A level in Maths and Physics at C or above OR Level 3 engineering qualification (BTEC Level 3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma or T level) at Merit or above AND Five GCSEs at 4/C and above including Mathematics, English Language and Science


• Proficient oral and written communication skills


• Desire to work in a technical team environment


• A strong interest in developing yourself


• Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems


• Able to make decisions based on evidence
  
• The desire to work in an open and trusting environment

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 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.


• 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.

Contact

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email [e-mail]. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Company Details

Company: Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type: Apprenticeship

Experience Level: Student

Job Family:

Equal Opportunities

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].

Work Environment

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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