Satellite Panels Technician Apprentice (Level 2)

Airbus Defence and Space; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37 hours per week

2 flexi days per month

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage invites applications for a Panels Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprentice. This is a 3-year on-site apprenticeship starting in September 2027, offering full-time hours, 37 per week, with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company pension.

You will gain hands-on experience building satellite panels and assemblies, with Year 1–3 training and mentoring in a supportive space industry environment.

Qualifications

• Funding Eligibility: Applicants must be aged 16-21 and cannot hold a Level 2 or higher qualification in Engineering or related fields.
• GCSE Maths and English: Grade 3 or equivalent desirable.
• Strong communication, reliability and a can-do attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Year 1: Study towards Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 on the materials and processing pathway.
• Year 2: Experience different Production Areas, assembling satellite panels and mirrors.
• Panel Assembly: adhesives, measuring tools, edging and features per drawings.
• Final Assembly: install panel features and heat pipe components.
• Mirror Bonding & Treatments: bond mirrors, apply finishes and coatings.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Work ethic

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Desirable)

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage invites applications for a Panels Manufacturing Technician Craft Apprentice. This is a 3-year on-site apprenticeship starting in September 2027, offering full-time hours, 37 per week, with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company pension.

You will gain hands-on experience building satellite panels and assemblies, with Year 1–3 training and mentoring in a supportive space industry environment.