Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprenticeship (Level 2)

Airbus S.A.S.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

Airbus is offering a Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprenticeship in Stevenage, UK. You will develop mechanical skills through a hands-on programme, with on-the-job training in a highly specialized aerospace environment.

Year 1 focuses on Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537, with rotations across production areas and processes for satellite manufacture. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and practical problem-solving while you learn and grow within Airbus Defence & Space.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and reliability are essential.
• Good work ethic and a can-do attitude help you succeed in hands-on tasks.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality aluminum composite panels according to production plans and quality standards.
• Follow standard processes, area requirements, and health & safety regulations.
• Promote and adhere to cleanroom regulations and 5S policy.
• Perform daily tasks including laminating, tooling, vacuum bagging, and working with various materials.
• Manufacture pipework for satellite propulsion systems and set up CNC machines.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliability

Work ethic

Can-do attitude

Team player

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

Being a Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprentice at Airbus means you will get to develop Mechanical skills within our programme. You will be immersed in a stimulating Manufacturing environment. As a Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience in a highly specialized and stimulating manufacturing environment. This is your chance to contribute to missions that will explore our solar system, protect our planet, and provide vital communication services. This role is for someone who wants to turn their passion for practical skills into a career that is literally out of this world! You will be immersed in a supportive team of experts who will mentor you as you build components that will endure the harsh realities of space. What you will be doing Year 1: You will study towards a Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 on the materials and processing pathway, gaining both academic knowledge and practical experience. Year 2: During the Apprenticeship you will have a unique opportunity to experience different Production Areas of the business which will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how a Satellite is manufactured at Airbus Defence & Space. This includes working in small teams or on a one-to-one basis using the latest approved processes and advanced production techniques for Satellite manufacture.

Your key activities & responsibilities

• Produce high-quality aluminum composite panels according to production plans and quality standards.
• Follow standard processes, specific area requirements, and health and safety regulations.
• Promote and adhere to cleanroom regulations and 5S policy.
• Perform daily tasks including laminating, tooling, vacuum bagging, and working with various materials.

Pipe Bending

• Manufacture pipework for our Satellite Propulsion systems.
• Use of our state-of-the-art pipe bending machine
• End prepping of pipes ready for precision clean and then welding
• Use of both Titanium and Stainless-Steel pipe of various diameters

Precision Clean

• Use precision cleaning methods
• Use of various chemicals/acids
• Handling of propulsion pipework and various other parts and components
• Bag, seal and identify pipework, parts and components for transportation to the required areas and projects

Treatments

• Surface finish measurements such as friction and paint thickness
• Application of surface finishes including aerospace approved primers and paints
• Grit blasting
• Conversion coatings and protective finishes
• Masking of hardware in preparation for spraying

CNC Machining

• Use our state-of-the-art CNC machines
• Set the machines to run their programs
• Operate the machines and make sure they run smooth without era's

Year 3

You will be fully on-site, fine tuning your hand skills against the business skills matrix.

What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you.

Why a hands-on apprenticeship?

Why do you want to learn by doing? We'd love to hear what draws you to practical, skills-based learning.

Show your hands-on experience.

Funding Eligibility

• Applicants must be aged 16-21 and cannot hold a Level 2 or higher qualification (e.g., NVQ, BTEC, HND, or Degree) in Engineering, Aerospace, or related technical fields. For more information, please consult Foundation Apprenticeships Criteria

Education

• No strict formal entry requirements, though a Grade 3 (or equivalent) in GCSE Maths and English is desirable.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication, reliability, excellent work ethic, a can-do attitude, and the ability to follow technical instructions and work well independently or in a team.

No prior experience required-full on-the-job training will be provided., 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.

Airbus is Europe's number one Defence and Space enterprise, so what better way to start your Craft Apprenticeship than with an industry leader.

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.