Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) Degree Apprenticeship

This is a 4 year and 3 month full-time Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) Degree Apprenticeship starting in September 2027.

University and Qualification

• University: Weston College and University of the West of England
• Degree: BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Level 6
• Standard: ST0025 Manufacturing Engineer Level 6
• Other Qualifications: EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence), EAL Level 4 Diploma in Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing (Development Competence), and work towards a professional IEng level award.

Location and Duration

• Location: Filton, Bristol
• Duration: 4 years and 3 months

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £23,245 per year
• Hours: 35 hours per week, with half days on Fridays
• Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays
• Other Benefits: Pension, success share, and many more flexible benefits.

About the Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is for individuals passionate about developing environmentally sustainable aircraft and who thrive on collaboration. You will specialise in the design and integration of mechanical equipment and systems to pioneer the future of aircraft systems.

Your journey begins with a nine-month vocational foundation diploma. Afterward, you will join experts at Filton, working on Commercial Aircraft Programmes. You will be assigned to the Landing Gear Design Office or Test department, gaining exposure to the complex design of landing gear for fleet safety and next-generation aircraft development.

Airbus empowers apprentices with significant placement flexibility, allowing you to gain deep technical expertise and develop a diverse skill set through rotations in various engineering departments. This blend of academic study and on-the-job experience ensures you are well-equipped for a successful career.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Apprentice Engineer, your placements may include:

• Aircraft Architecture and Integration
• Design
• Simulation
• Stress and Fatigue
• Systems Installation Safety Analysis
• Research and Technology
• Certification
• Ground and Flight Test
• In Service Support
• Digital (e.g. coding, AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics)

You will also develop:

• Project Management skills through placements in Chief Engineers or other departments.
• Business and Financial knowledge.
• Leadership Skills through working on projects with a diverse range of people.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, you must have a minimum of:

• UCAS Points: 112 points or above (e.g., 3 A Levels BBC or above, including Maths at B or above AND Physics or Chemistry at C or above, with a further A-level/AS-Level/BTEC Diploma).
• OR BTEC Extended Diploma: In relevant engineering fields (e.g., Aeronautical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering) with a minimum grade DMM or D (Advanced Manufacturing Engineering).
• OR T Levels: Minimum of Merit overall in Engineering and Manufacturing (additional qualification in Maths at Level 3 preferable but not essential).

AND

• GCSEs: Maths and English (Language and Literature) - Minimum of Grade 5/B.

Application Process

Successful candidates will need to:

• Submit your CV stating your grades (predicted or achieved).
• Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

Important Information

• Grades: Offers are conditional on achieving the required grades before the apprenticeship start date.
• Security Clearance: You will be subject to BPSS checks and potentially UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control.
• Right to Work: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme.
• Levy Funding: Successful candidates must be eligible for levy funding.
• AI Guidance: Please read the guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus.

Contact

If you require any adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact apprentices@airbus.com.