Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Higher Technical Apprentice
1w1 week agoAirbus
Portsmouth, GB · Full-time · £18,000 – £18,000
About this role
Join Airbus Defence & Space in Portsmouth for a 3-year Higher Technical Apprenticeship starting September 2026. Study HNC & HND in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering at Havant and Southdowns College. Develop skills in a stimulating design and manufacturing environment building satellites.
Immerse yourself in manufacturing the 'brains' of satellites – the payload – right in Portsmouth. Work on advanced satellites that monitor climate change, connect the world, and power UK national TV. Support maritime satellite terminals keeping ships connected across oceans.
Be part of Europe's biggest space company and a major UK space sector player. Lead the world in satellite tech from mechanical assembly to electrical integration. Join a team creating 6-tonne satellites launched for TV, internet, and secure communications.
Apprentices come from all UK backgrounds, schools, and colleges – we encourage everyone to apply. This is your launchpad into space, tech, or engineering. Review opportunities and apply early as positions close quickly.
Requirements
- Interest in building satellites and space technology
- Enthusiasm for mechanical and electrical engineering
- Willingness to study at Havant and Southdowns College
- Open to applicants from all UK backgrounds
- Review opportunities matching experience and aspirations
- Apply early to secure progression in selection process
Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical skills within satellite payload manufacturing
- Develop electrical skills in aerospace design and manufacturing
- Immerse in stimulating design environment for satellite components
- Support building advanced satellite payloads
- Assist in mechanical assembly of satellite structures
- Contribute to electrical integration for satellite systems
- Study towards HNC & HND in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- Work on maritime satellite terminals for global connectivity
Benefits
- £18,000 salary
- 37 hours per week
- Half day Fridays (subject to completing full hours)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Success share
- Many more flexible benefits
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