Satellites AIT Craft Apprentice: Mechanical & Electrical

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

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 2 Flexi Days per month

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage invites you to join a Satellites AIT Craft Apprenticeship starting 31st August 2027. Over three years you’ll study Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 (electrical pathway) while gaining hands-on Satellite assembly, integration and test experience.

You’ll work in small teams in the Satellites AIT Production area, learning bonding, component installation, electrical harnessing and basic tests, with on‑the‑job training and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Funding Eligibility: aged 16–21 and cannot hold a Level 2 or higher qualification in Engineering, Aerospace or related fields.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade 3 (desirable).
• Strong communication, reliability and ability to follow technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Assembly in Satellite structures.
• Electrical assembly and harness routing.
• Bonding of components and installation to satellite structures.
• Follow drawings and tolerances using 3DX.
• Perform basic electrical tests and quality inspections.
• Work in a team or independently with on‑the‑job training.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliability

Excellent work ethic

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 3 desirable)

Tools

3DX

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage invites you to join a Satellites AIT Craft Apprenticeship starting 31st August 2027. Over three years you’ll study Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 (electrical pathway) while gaining hands-on Satellite assembly, integration and test experience.

You’ll work in small teams in the Satellites AIT Production area, learning bonding, component installation, electrical harnessing and basic tests, with on‑the‑job training and mentoring.