Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) Degree Apprenticeship
Airbus Operations Limited · Weston College and University of the West of England
Location
Filton, Bristol
Salary
£23,245 per year
Duration
4 years and 3 months
Hours per week
35h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
26 October 2026
Vacancy reference
JR10430115
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English Grade 5/B; 112 UCAS points with A Levels including Maths B and Physics or Chemistry C; or BTEC Extended Diploma DMM/D; or T Level Merit
About the role
Join Airbus for an Engineering Degree Apprenticeship combining full degree study with vocational training and regular salary. You'll gain a BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing, EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, EAL Level 4 Diploma in Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing, and work towards IEng level award. Begin with a nine-month vocational foundation diploma, then work on Commercial Aircraft Programmes at Filton, with placement in Landing Gear Design Office or Test department. Develop expertise through rotations in various engineering departments including Aircraft Architecture and Integration, Design, Simulation, Stress and Fatigue, Systems Installation Safety Analysis, Research and Technology, Certification, Ground and Flight Test, In Service Support, and Digital technologies.
Requirements
Minimum 112 UCAS points: 3 A Levels BBC or above with Maths at B or above AND Physics or Chemistry at C or above, with further A-level/AS-Level/BTEC Diploma; OR BTEC Extended Diploma in relevant engineering field with minimum grade DMM or D; OR T Level with Merit overall in Engineering and Manufacturing, additional Maths at Level 3 preferable; AND GCSE Maths and English minimum Grade 5/B. Must demonstrate natural curiosity, problem-solving ability, effective communication, and passion for aerospace. Must have current legal authorisation to work in UK for full programme duration. Subject to BPSS security check and potentially UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control. Must be eligible for levy funding.
Working week
35 hours per week with half day Fridays
Skills
Mechanical designSystems integrationProblem-solvingProject managementCommunicationTechnical analysisCAD and simulationData analyticsLeadershipTeamwork
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 5
Essential
GCSE · English Language and Literature · Grade 5
Essential
A Level · Maths · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Physics or Chemistry · Grade C
Desired
BTEC Extended Diploma · Engineering · Grade DMM
Desired
T Level · Engineering and Manufacturing · Grade Merit
Training & development
Nine-month vocational foundation diploma followed by degree study combined with on-the-job experience. Placements across multiple engineering departments: Aircraft Architecture and Integration, Design, Simulation, Stress and Fatigue, Systems Installation Safety Analysis, Research and Technology, Certification, Ground and Flight Test, In Service Support, and Digital (coding, AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics). Development of Project Management, Business and Financial knowledge, and Leadership Skills through work on projects with diverse teams.
Additional training
Achieve EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) and EAL Level 4 Diploma in Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing (Development Competence). Work towards professional IEng level award. Significant placement flexibility with rotations in various engineering departments to build diverse skill set.
Future prospects
Upon completion, graduates will hold BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing degree, EAL Level 2 and Level 4 Diplomas in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and progress toward IEng professional qualification. Equipped with deep technical expertise and diverse engineering knowledge for successful career in aerospace and engineering sectors.
Company benefits
35 hours per week with half day Fridays. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Pension. Success share. Flexible benefits available. Full degree with no fees provided. Regular salary throughout apprenticeship.
Things to consider
If on predicted grades, offer will be conditional on achieving requirements before apprenticeship start. Subject to BPSS security check and potentially UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control depending on role. Must have current legal authorisation to work in UK for full duration. Not eligible for migrant worker visa sponsorship. Must be eligible for levy funding. Early application submission recommended. Can apply for multiple positions but can only progress in selection process for one at a time.
About Airbus Operations Limited
Airbus is a leading aerospace company developing environmentally sustainable aircraft. The company is committed to workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment, welcoming all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Committed to equal opportunities and flexible working arrangements.
Website
www.airbus.comContact email
apprentices@airbus.com
If this one works out
This role is in Bristol. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.