Dowty Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship 2027
GE Aerospace · South West · GL29QN
About the role
Ready to launch your career in aerospace? 🚀 GE Aerospace, specifically Dowty Propellers in Gloucestershire, is looking for motivated individuals to join our cutting-edge team! We're pioneers in advanced composite-bladed propeller systems for turboprop and military aircraft, and you could be part of creating the future of flight. ✈️
What you'll be doing:
Dive into the exciting world of aircraft propeller design and manufacturing! You'll gain hands-on experience across various engineering disciplines, contributing to projects that power everything from regional airliners to military transport aircraft. 🛠️ You'll collaborate with awesome teammates and receive full support from day one.
Your Journey:
Embark on a 4-year Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, combining part-time study for a BEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering at UWE Bristol with invaluable industrial experience at Dowty Propellers. You'll get to explore:
- Mechanical Design ⚙️
- Composites Design 🤩
- Mechanical & Stress Analysis 📊
- Aero-acoustics 👂
- Controls & Electronics 💡
- Systems Engineering 🌐
- Manufacturing Engineering 🏭
Plus, you'll benefit from mentorship from both Dowty and UWE, plus amazing opportunities for personal development, engaging with schools, joining the GE apprentice network, and attending cool events like the Cheltenham Science Festival! 🌟
What you'll need:
- Minimum 112 UCAS points (e.g., 3 A-Levels at BBC including Maths and another STEM subject like Physics or Computing) OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering at DMM.
- Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths GCSEs (or equivalent).
- A passion for aerospace and a drive to learn! 💪
Bonus points for:
- Knowledge of our business and products.
- A commitment to personal growth and community involvement. 🌱
The Process:
It's simple: submit your CV, ace a video interview, and shine at our assessment centre. We'll keep you in the loop every step of the way! 🤝
What's in it for you?
- A competitive salary and benefits package (including pension, life assurance, and private medical cover). 💰
- 26 days of holiday with flexible options. 🏖️
- The chance to shape the future of aviation! 🌍
Important: Applications close on November 1st, but might close sooner if we get lots of interest. Apply early to avoid missing out! ✅
Ready to soar? Apply now! ✨
Key responsibilities
- Work within multiple engineering disciplines for the design and manufacture of aircraft propellers.
- Collaborate with team members.
- Contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems.
- Gain industrial experience through work placements on a variety of front-line aviation projects.
- Study part-time for a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Aerospace Engineering.