Manufacturing Engineering Higher Technical Apprenticeship

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Manufacturing Engineering Higher Technical Apprenticeship

Did you know that in the middle of Portsmouth, there are facilities that design, assemble, integrate satellites? If that isn't enough to get you to apply immediately, here is some more information;

• We are part of Airbus Defence and Space, the largest space company in Europe and an integral part of the expanding UK space sector!
• We design and manufacture advanced satellites to deliver solutions on the ground from climate change monitoring to global communications. 
• Airbus designs and manufactures approximately 25% of the world’s telecommunications satellites to ensure people stay connected. At Airbus Portsmouth, we make the heart of the satellites - the payloads including our world leading digital processed payloads.
• Geostationary telecommunication satellites can weigh up to 6 tonnes, and are used for everything from direct to home TV broadcasting to business to business communications as well as providing satellite communications on the move for armed forces personnel. All national satellite TV broadcasts across the UK are from  satellites built by Airbus.

What you will be doing:

Our Level 4 Apprenticeship:

Being a Higher Technical Apprentice at Airbus means you will get to develop both mechanical and electrical skills within our programme. You will be immersed in a stimulating design and manufacturing environment. 

What will you study?

You will study towards an HNC in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with the possibility of attaining an HND should you be eligible. You will also attain a level 4 standard, which will run alongside the HNC course, gaining both academic knowledge and practical experience on this apprenticeship.

What will you do?

We have an apprenticeship where you can (amongst other things)…

• See and understand how a satellite is built,
• Work on a satellite in one of our cleanrooms 
• Run vibration, shock, thermal and EMC tests
• Support the design of the payloads integration 
• Help the manufacturing teams assemble and test electronic hardware

The apprenticeship programme is 3 years, broken down into two core phases;

Year 1:

• 60% Studying at Havant and Southdowns College (Southdowns Campus)
• 40% on Site, in our Early Careers Centre

Year 2 & 3: 

• 20%  Studying at Havant and Southdowns College (Southdowns Campus)
• 80% On site, on rotations around different areas within the business. 

We have a broad range of engineering disciplines on site, which can provide you with an equally broad range of experiences during the rotation phase. 

You will be part of an apprenticeship cohort during the programme. You will work closely together to succeed during your learning, projects and events at work or at college, and extra curricular events such as the Outward Bound week.

Post Apprenticeship Opportunities

Over 95% of all apprentices who successfully complete the programme move into permanent roles within the business. 

Many apprentices go onto further education, supported by the business. 

Airbus is a multinational business, supported by businesses, suppliers and customers around the world. Many roles will require travel. 

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must achieve a minimum of:

• 5 GCSEs at C or above including a Grade 5/6 (B) in Maths and English Language or equivalent qualifications subject to validation

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Have a passion for engineering, which you will be able to demonstrate through your educational choices or hobbies. For example, you may have been part of an engineering club at school or perhaps you enjoy fixing mechanical and electrical things in your spare time
• Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved 
• Submit a Cover Letter stating your motivations

About Airbus

Apprenticeships with Airbus“It’s an amazing career start - you’re getting hands-on experience and all course fees paid, whilst you earn a salary!”

Achieve extraordinary things!

At the forefront of innovation and a proven leader in global aerospace, Airbus designs, manufactures and delivers cutting-edge commercial aircraft, helicopters, military transporters, satellites and launch vehicles, as well as providing data services, navigation, cyber and communications security, urban mobility and other solutions for customers on a global scale. At Airbus, we draw on each other’s expertise and experience and put our passion and determination into exploring sustainable aerospace developments. We connect to the best minds. We make bold decisions. We find smart solutions. We get the world’s most advanced technologies off the ground.

Earn while you learn, no course fees!

As an apprentice at Airbus, you’ll be taking your first steps towards building your career. We’ve carefully designed our apprenticeship programmes to give you valuable practical training while you complete your college or university studies.

Your studies will be paid for and you’ll earn while you learn, so you’ll be off to a racing start at the end of your apprenticeship. At the same time, every day at Airbus brings something new and exciting to do. What you do will make a real difference – on the ground, in the sky and in space.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.