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Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Airbus Operations Limited · Weston College and University of the West of England
Location
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) Aeronautical Engineering
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
26 October 2026
Vacancy reference
JR10430134
Minimum grades
112 UCAS points: 3 A Levels BBC or above (Maths B+, Physics or Chemistry C+); OR BTEC Extended Diploma (DMM/D); OR T Levels (Merit); AND GCSE Maths and English Grade 5/B

About the role

An Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offering a full BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering degree with no fees, plus vocational training with a regular salary. The programme includes a nine-month vocational foundation diploma followed by real engineering work on Commercial Aircraft Programmes. Apprentices are assigned to departments such as Wing Structures, Landing Gear, Fuel & Inerting Systems, or Flight Physics, with significant placement flexibility and opportunities for departmental rotations to develop diverse technical expertise.

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, plus a further A-level/AS-Level/BTEC Diploma. OR BTEC Extended Diploma in relevant engineering fields (minimum grade DMM or D for Advanced Manufacturing Engineering). OR T Levels with Merit overall in Engineering and Manufacturing (additional Maths at Level 3 preferable). AND GCSE Maths and English (Language and Literature) minimum Grade 5/B. Candidates must demonstrate natural curiosity, problem-solving ability, effective communication, and passion for aerospace. UK work authorization required. Subject to BPSS security check and potential UK SC-level clearance.

Working week

35 hours per week with half day Fridays

Skills

aerospace engineeringaircraft designsystems analysisproject managementproblem-solvingcommunicationtechnical expertisedata analyticsmachine learningleadership

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Maths · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Physics or Chemistry · Grade C
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade C
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 5
Essential
GCSE · English Language and Literature · Grade 5
Desired
BTEC Extended Diploma · Aeronautical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, or related Engineering · Grade DMM
Desired
T Level · Engineering and Manufacturing · Grade Merit

Training & development

Nine-month vocational foundation diploma followed by integrated academic and on-the-job training. Achieves BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering, Level 2 Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering, and Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, plus work towards professional IEng level award. Placements include Architecture and Integration, Design, Simulation, Analysis, Systems Installation Safety Analysis, Research and Technology, Certification, Ground and Flight Test, In Service Support, Digital roles (coding, AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics), Materials and Processes, and Wing Structures Repairs.
Additional training
Development of Project Management through placements in Chief Engineers departments, Business and Financial knowledge, and Leadership Skills through collaborative projects with diverse teams. Significant placement flexibility with rotations across various engineering departments.
Future prospects
Successful completion results in BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering degree, Level 2 Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering, Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and progress towards professional IEng level award. Graduates are equipped with technical expertise and diverse skill set for successful aerospace engineering careers.

Company benefits

Salary of £23,245 per year, 35 hours per week with half day Fridays, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension, success share, and flexible benefits. Full degree with no fees.

Things to consider

Conditional offer if on predicted grades. Subject to BPSS security check and potential UK SC-level clearance or Export Control clearance depending on role. Must have current legal authorization to work in the UK for full duration. Must be eligible for levy funding. Apprenticeship roles do not meet minimum requirements for migrant worker sponsorship. Airbus advises against using AI in application submission without reviewing their AI guidance.

About Airbus Operations Limited

Airbus is a leading aerospace company developing environmentally sustainable aircraft through collaboration and innovation. Committed to workforce diversity, equal opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.
Website
www.airbus.com
Contact 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.

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