Register Your Interest: Aerostructure Craft Apprenticeship

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Register Your Interest: Aerostructure Craft Apprenticeship

Salary: £17,069

Hiring locations: Broughton

Start date: September 2025

Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this

opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

The opportunity

Apprentices at Airbus spend time both in college and on our sites - learning the theory and putting it into practice right away. The Airbus apprenticeship programme offers a unique blend of hands-on experience, mentorship, and tailored development, propelling you towards a career in the aerospace industry. As an apprentice student you'll dive into challenging projects, gain insights into cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to groundbreaking solutions that impact the world of aerospace. With global networks and diverse teams, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds from around the world, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. Join us to turn your passion for aerospace into a reality.

About the role

Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, operating in the Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence and Space sectors. Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a worldwide scale. 

With over 125,000 employees and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently

As the global center of excellence, we manufacture and deliver over 500 wing sets per year for the A320 family, A330 and A350. That is why at Airbus, we have carefully designed our apprenticeship programmes to give you valuable hands-on practical training while you complete your academic studies to set you up for success. Our programmes provide a clear route for you to make your career fly. So join us and let us help you soar towards an exciting career in the world of Aviation. 

What you will be doing:

As a Craft Aerostructures apprentice you will have the opportunity to combine hands-on technical experience in the workplace whilst completing your academic studies to gain valuable qualifications and competencies to work on live aircraft. You will also have the opportunity to join our Gen A support network who provide support and additional events and opportunities for all Early careers participants.

The 38 months apprenticeship consists of: 

 Year One: You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Coleg Cambria, Deeside, working towards obtaining:

• NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations;
• City and Guild 2675 Level 2 in In Machining

Level 2 Essential Skills;

This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year.

Year 2 and 3: Time to put your learning to action! 

•  You will be based at Airbus’s Broughton (North Wales) site, working within the wing production areas on 6 monthly rotations, gaining experience in different areas;
• You will assist in manufacturing the wings for our Single Aisle and Wide body families by assisting operations in work packages to manufacture these wings. This will include: setting of templates and jigs, drilling, bolting, final fitting and assembly of the wing box components (spars, stringers, ribs, pylons, wing skins etc);
• The tasks will be varied and require you to use different skills in order to complete them successfully.
• Additionally there may be the opportunity for some of you to transfer over to our systems apprenticeship where you will work on the installation and testing of the Aircraft flying controls, fuel and electrical systems. 

You will also attend college on day release, working towards gaining:

•  Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering);
• Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC L3 certificate Essential skills.
• On completion of your 38 months apprenticeship you will become a skilled aircraft fitter, working on the drill off and assembly of both metallic and composite components to produce the wing box structure on our world class Airbus aircraft and if successful you will receive a certificate of modern apprenticeship!

Key benefits

35 hours per week // Holiday entitlement plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

What the users will need to apply

To be a successful candidate you need to submit your CV stating your predicted and/or achieved grades and submit a Cover Letter stating your motivations.

About Airbus

Airbus is a global leader in aerospace, renowned for its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability. With a rich legacy spanning more than 50 years, Airbus consistently shapes the industry through cutting-edge aircraft, defence systems, and space exploration solutions. Our diverse workforce collaborates across borders, driving advancements that redefine air travel and beyond. As a pioneer in sustainable aviation, Airbus envisions a future where efficiency and environmental responsibility intertwine. From commercial jets to space technologies, Airbus continues to revolutionize the way we explore and connect the world, showcasing excellence in engineering, design, and forward-thinking solutions.