Join Airbus as a Craft Apprentice in Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance at Airbus Broughton and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A320, A330, and A350 aircraft families. This 36-month program offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation. You will work alongside experienced engineers and quality teams to support the completion of work safely and efficiently. Year One is based at Coleg Cambria, Deeside, working towards NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC Level 3 Award, and Level 2 Essential Skills. Years 2 and 3 are based at Airbus Broughton, gaining hands-on experience in your chosen specialisation.

Year 1: NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations; Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC Level 3 Award; Level 2 Essential Skills at Coleg Cambria, Deeside. Years 2-3: On-the-job training at Airbus Broughton with day release for Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Engineering maintenance) and HNC in Mechanical Technology (for Mechanical role) or HNC in Electrical and Electronic Technology (for Electrical role). Training includes routine Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive breakdown repairs, troubleshooting on automated manufacturing systems, multi-axis machining centres, treatment plants, PLCs, computerised systems and robotic devices.

35 hours per week (standard working day or double-day shift pattern); 25 days holiday plus bank holidays; Pension; Success share; Flexible benefits to support well-being

Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry with over 175,000 employees worldwide and the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe. Leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. The Broughton site is the global center of excellence for wing manufacturing, delivering over 500 wing sets annually.