Satellites AIT Apprentice: Assemble, Integrate & Test Spacecraft

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexi days (up to 2 per month)

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage is offering a Satellites AIT Craft Apprenticeship. You will split time between mechanical assembly and electrical work, learning to assemble, integrate and test satellite hardware. The programme is government-funded and provides hands-on training in a supportive environment.

The apprenticeship runs for three years, with a starting salary of £18,000 and 37 hours per week. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria and be prepared for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for funding: aged 16–21 and no Level 2+ qualification in Engineering, Aerospace or related fields.
• GCSE Maths and English desirable; Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 pathway included.
• Strong communication, reliability, good work ethic and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Year 1 study toward Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537, electrical pathway.
• Year 2 rotation through Satellites AIT Production, manufacturing satellite components.
• Year 3 on-site, refine hand skills while meeting business skills matrix.

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage is offering a Satellites AIT Craft Apprenticeship. You will split time between mechanical assembly and electrical work, learning to assemble, integrate and test satellite hardware. The programme is government-funded and provides hands-on training in a supportive environment.

The apprenticeship runs for three years, with a starting salary of £18,000 and 37 hours per week. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria and be prepared for security clearance.