Space Structures Apprentice: Mechanical & Electrical Lv2

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

Benefits offered by this job

37 hours per week

Flexi days (up to 2 per month)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Flexible benefits

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited invites you to apply for a Structures Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship in Stevenage. The 3-year programme combines hands-on manufacturing experience with electrical and mechanical training, within a leading European space company.

Year 1 focuses on Level 2 Engineering Operative training (electrical pathway). Year 2 exposes you to satellite production, with small teams, learning assembly, wiring, and harness work.

Qualifications

• Aged 16–21 for funding eligibility.
• No Level 2 or higher qualification in Engineering, Aerospace, or related fields.
• Full on‑the‑job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly throughout the structures production area.
• Use of adhesives and bonding methods.
• Use of hand measuring tools to meet tolerances.
• Riveting and wire thread inserts (fitting/removal).
• Drilling and reaming torque loading.
• Follow drawings and tolerances on 3DX Electrical.
• Learn electrical techniques such as crimping, splicing, routing.
• End-to-end harness installation and electrical testing.
• Harness fault finding.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliability

Excellent work ethic

Can-do attitude

Education

Level 2 Engineering Operative ST0537

GCSE Maths + English desirable

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited invites you to apply for a Structures Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship in Stevenage. The 3-year programme combines hands-on manufacturing experience with electrical and mechanical training, within a leading European space company.

Year 1 focuses on Level 2 Engineering Operative training (electrical pathway). Year 2 exposes you to satellite production, with small teams, learning assembly, wiring, and harness work.