Satellites AIT Craft Apprentice: Hands-on Mechanical Build

Airbus; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37 hours/week

Flexi days

Holiday entitlement

Pension

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Defence & Space in Stevenage is offering a Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship (ST0537) focused on electrical pathways. You will study across Year 1–3, gaining hands-on experience in satellite assembly, integration and test, with on-site training and mentorship.

The role starts with a competitive £18,000 salary, 37 hours per week, and options like Flexi Days, with a government-funded Level 2 apprenticeship and security clearances as required.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and reliable work ethic.
• Able to follow technical instructions and work independently or in a team.
• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical and electrical assembly during training phases.
• Follow process instructions and tolerances from drawings and guides.
• Collaborate in small teams or one-to-one to assemble, test and inspect satellite components.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Can-do attitude

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 3 or equivalent)

Job description

Airbus Defence & Space in Stevenage is offering a Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship (ST0537) focused on electrical pathways. You will study across Year 1–3, gaining hands-on experience in satellite assembly, integration and test, with on-site training and mentorship.

The role starts with a competitive £18,000 salary, 37 hours per week, and options like Flexi Days, with a government-funded Level 2 apprenticeship and security clearances as required.