Space Propulsion Technician Apprentice – Level 2

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexi days / flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage offers a Propulsion Manufacturing Technician Apprentice program. You will train across mechanical and electrical pathways, gaining hands-on experience in satellite propulsion assembly within a manufacturing environment.

Year-by-year you will study towards Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537, rotate through propulsion production, and learn wiring, orbital welding, and assembly techniques while developing teamwork during outward-bound activities.

Qualifications

• Funding eligibility: aged 16–21 and no Level 2+ in Engineering.
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 3+ desirable).
• Strong communication, reliability, good work ethic, can-do attitude.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly with adhesives and bonding methods.
• Install components to satellite structures and brackets.
• Orbital welding of propulsion systems.
• Electrical harness installation and testing.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliability

Excellent work ethic

Can-do attitude

Follow technical instructions

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage offers a Propulsion Manufacturing Technician Apprentice program. You will train across mechanical and electrical pathways, gaining hands-on experience in satellite propulsion assembly within a manufacturing environment.

Year-by-year you will study towards Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537, rotate through propulsion production, and learn wiring, orbital welding, and assembly techniques while developing teamwork during outward-bound activities.