Aircraft Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

4 weeks ago


Gloucester, United Kingdom Babcock International Group Full time

Programme title: Aircraft Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
Level: 3 
Salary: £ 23, 

Location: Gloucestershire
Application closing date: 28 June

Interview date: 17 July
Programme start date: September

Looking to kickstart a fulfilling career in aircraft maintenance? Our 5-year Aircraft Engineering Technician Apprenticeship programme will give you the experience and skills you need to work on emergency services aircraft.


About the programme

Join an exciting aviation engineering environment dedicated to supporting helicopter emergency services. On this programme, you'll train to become a fully licensed engineer, responsible for the airworthiness of critical air ambulances that help the public when they’re most in need.


Your first year of training with us will include a 9-month residential course based at Kemble Airfield in Gloucestershire. Here you’ll learn both the theoretical and practical skills you need to work towards your Part 66 Category A licence. 


Over the five-year programme, you’ll learn how to do maintenance inspections, component changes and repairs on a variety of aircraft. You’ll also learn about the many administration tasks associated with aircraft maintenance in addition to working on your communication skills, confidence and ability to collaborate with a team.


At the end of the programme, you’ll be ready to take the next leap in your career journey by applying for your CAA Pt.66 B1.3 licence – allowing you to delve into the world of rotary wing aircraft maintenance by becoming a fully licensed engineer. 

Your education and training
You’ll receive both practical and theoretical training in addition to the on-site training you receive at Kemble Airfield and Babcock’s Onshore facilities.


What you’ll need

 • A minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above in subjects including Maths, English and Science.
• Level 3/A-Levels or equivalent in a STEM subject is preferred.
• Full driving licence is preferred. 
• A genuine interest in mechanical engineering and aviation.
• Experience with mechanical or electrical equipment is desirable.
• A valid passport to be able to travel unrestricted across our network.
• To live within 45 minutes of Gloucestershire Airport.
• Many of our early careers roles are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which roles you are eligible for. Further details are available at . For our early careers roles, you must be able to achieve BPSS and many of them require you to be eligible for Security Clearance.


What you’ll get 

We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.

In addition, you’ll benefit from:
● Fully funded qualification
● Personal development training and opportunities
● Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
● Competitive pension scheme 
● Employee share scheme
● Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.



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