Key Takeaways
- 4-year Apprenticeship to become a Mechanical Fitter specialising in aircraft transmissions.
- Gain practical, hands-on engineering experience with placements at Yeovil College and Leonardo Helicopters.
- Requires 4 GCSEs at C/4 (including Maths, English, Science). Industry experience is beneficial but not essential.
- Based in Yeovil, with flexible hours and hybrid working options.
- Competitive entry salary with increases as you progress, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
About the Role
About the Apprenticeship
This Aerospace Transmissions Fitter apprenticeship is suited for those who are interested in the practical (hands-on) elements of engineering.
Over the 4-year programme you will be trained to become a Mechanical Fitter specialising in Transmissions equipment. You will build, repair, and test aircraft transmissions parts and systems in maintenance and test facilities. The ultimate aim is to place you in a final role based on business requirements and the skills displayed during the apprenticeship.
You will experience a number of placements across the Transmissions Centre of Excellence. The apprenticeship will start with an induction into Leonardo, followed by a Yeovil College induction. You will combine your time between Yeovil College and work placements at Leonardo Helicopters, increasing your work placements as you move through the years.
Each apprentice will complete an End Point Assessment as defined in the Apprenticeship Standard in the final months of the programme.
Throughout the apprenticeship, you will be placed in some or all of the following departmental areas within the Transmissions Centre of Excellence:
- Transmissions Fitting: Covers the build and test of aircraft gearboxes (Main, Intermediate, and tail gearboxes) both new build and in-service gearboxes.
- New Build: Learn and evaluate potential improvements within the business.
- Repair and Overhaul: Maintain in-service gearboxes, which will be stripped and surveyed on receipt.
What you'll bring
Qualifications required
- 4 GCSEs at a minimum of a C/4 (including Maths, English and Science).
Desired skills
- Thirst for continuous improvement
- Eye for detail
- Proactivity
- Adaptability
- Good communication skills (written & verbal)
- Good IT skills
Personal qualities
- Organisation & prioritisation skills
- Tenacity, fresh thinking & enthusiasm
- Analytical mind
- A strong team player
- Conscientious & keen to learn
Security Clearance
- Successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration information and employment and/or education history verification for the previous five years.
- Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply for more sensitive posts, with specific residency requirements.
Benefits
- Company-funded benefits package supporting wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance.
- Generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
- Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks.
- Bonus scheme eligibility for employees at management level and below.
- Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend programme.
- Up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, and gym memberships.
- Flexible hours with hybrid working options.
About Leonardo
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. We employ over 53,000 people worldwide, including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.