Craft Level 3 Apprenticeship - Structures Test - Bristol
Airbus · South West · BS34 7PA
About the role
🚀 Ready to Launch Your Engineering Career with Airbus? 🚀
Dreaming of a future in aerospace? Airbus is looking for motivated individuals to join our Structures Test Team as Apprentices at the cutting-edge Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre (AIRTeC) in Filton, Bristol. This isn't just a job; it's your chance to be part of a £100 million, state-of-the-art facility pushing the boundaries of aircraft design and sustainable technology. ✈️
What You'll Be Doing:
- Year 1: Dive into learning with full-time studies at Weston College, then split your time between college and Airbus Filton, getting a taste of the real deal. 📚
- Years 2 & 3: Fully immersed at Airbus Filton! You'll be hands-on, supporting critical test campaigns with a mix of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation tasks. Get ready to build practical skills and technical knowledge. 💪
- Year 4: Become a full-time team member at your designated work location.
Core Activities (You'll be doing a mix of these!):
- Machining: Crafting and modifying components using lathes, mills, and grinders. 🔧
- Mechanical Assembly: Putting together test specimens, rigs, and even full aircraft wings. 🔩
- Instrumentation: Installing and setting up sensors, cameras, and other advanced tech. 📸
- Metrology: Using precise measurement techniques. 📏
- Cable & Connector Creation: Building bespoke solutions. 💡
- Control & Data Acquisition: Installing and commissioning systems to capture vital information. 📊
- Lab Support: Being involved in the entire testing process, from prep to execution. 🔬
Choose Your Path:
1. General Test Operations: Get broad exposure to all structural testing, supporting the full cycle from creation to data capture. You'll see how massive aerospace structures are evaluated.
2. Calibration-Focused: Become a whiz in metrology and calibration. Ensure our measurement tools are spot-on, maintain records, troubleshoot equipment, and even help develop new calibration techniques. 💯
Bonus: Both roles offer potential travel to other Airbus sites (think Hamburg, Toulouse!) and international suppliers for invaluable experience. 🌍
What You'll Gain:
- Real-world experience with industry experts. 🤝
- A powerful blend of mechanical, electrical, testing, calibration, and instrumentation skills. ⚡
- Structured training and hands-on projects to boost your career. 🌱
- Opportunities to specialize in areas you're passionate about. ✨
What You Need:
- Minimum of five GCSEs:
- Maths: Grade C/4 (B/5 preferred)
- English: Grade C/4
- Plus 3 other GCSEs at Grade C/4 (or equivalent qualifications).
- A CV (with predicted or achieved grades) and a cover letter that WOWs us! 👇
To Make You Stand Out:
- Curiosity: You love exploring and figuring things out! 🤔
- Hands-on Skills: You're comfortable with tools and equipment. 🛠️
- Problem-Solving: You can tackle issues and communicate solutions in a fast-paced team. 🗣️
- Passion for Aerospace: You're excited about shaping the future of sustainable flight. 💚
- Love for Learning: Teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous learning are your jam! 🎉
Tell Us Your Story in Your Cover Letter:
- Why Airbus? What makes you excited to start your career with us? Our planes? Innovation? Global impact? Let us know!
- Why Hands-on? What draws you to learning by doing?
- Show Us Your Skills: Include any DIY projects, building/fixing, tech tinkering, model making, baking, or other practical hobbies in your CV or cover letter. We want to see your passion in action! 🧑💻🍳
Important Stuff:
- Grades: Offers are conditional on verified grades.
- Security: You'll need to pass a BPSS check and potentially UK SC-level clearance.
- Right to Work: Must have legal authorization to work in the UK. 🇬🇧
- AI Use: Please review our AI guidelines before applying.
Ready to take off? Apply now and let's build the future of flight together! 🌟
*Applications may close early, so don't delay!*
Key responsibilities
- Machining tasks using lathes, mills, and surface grinders to modify or create simple components.
- Mechanical assembly of test specimens, rigs, and hydraulic systems.
- Installation of test instrumentation including sensors, inclinometers, string potentiometers, and high-speed cameras.
- Use of metrology techniques to perform precise physical measurements.
- Participating in laboratory-based activities and supporting the test lifecycle from preparation to execution.