Space Propulsion Technician Apprentice – Level 2 (2027)

Airbus; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Defence & Space offers a government-funded Level 2 Apprenticeship in propulsion manufacturing for satellites. You will rotate across Mechanical Assembly, Orbital Welding and Electrical work, gaining hands-on skills and on-site training while completing the Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 path.

The programme includes team-building activities and on-the-job training with potential opportunities in a handicraft and production environment within Airbus Defence & Space.

Qualifications

• Funding eligibility: aged 16–21 and no Level 2 or higher qualification in Engineering, Aerospace, or related fields.
• No strict formal entry requirements; GCSE Maths and English grade 3 (or equivalent) desirable.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Strong communication, reliability and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Assembly: follow drawings and use adhesives, bonding, and hand tools to assemble satellite structures.
• Orbital Welding: operate orbital welding machines to form propulsion sub-assemblies and weld titanium/stainless pipework.
• Electrical: learn crimping, soldering, harness installation and routing of heater mats and sensors.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliability

Excellent work ethic

Can-do attitude

Education

Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537

Job description

Airbus Defence & Space offers a government-funded Level 2 Apprenticeship in propulsion manufacturing for satellites. You will rotate across Mechanical Assembly, Orbital Welding and Electrical work, gaining hands-on skills and on-site training while completing the Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537 path.

The programme includes team-building activities and on-the-job training with potential opportunities in a handicraft and production environment within Airbus Defence & Space.