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Aircraft Engineering Apprentice

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United Kingdom , Luton

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Salary:

19552.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Our four-year Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship gives you the chance to learn, develop and grow within our Engineering & Maintenance team, working on real aircraft while gaining nationally recognised qualifications. This apprenticeship combines practical, hands-on experience with structured learning. You’ll work alongside skilled engineers while studying with Stansted College through paid day release. During the programme, you’ll work towards: Level 3 Aircraft Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship (ST1315) and Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance. Based on achievement levels during the programme, there may be potential to apply for an A1 Licence, subject to meeting regulatory and organisational requirements. This apprenticeship prepares you for a career as an Aircraft Mechanic within our Base Maintenance facility in Luton.

Job Responsibility:

  • Support live aircraft maintenance under the supervision of licensed engineers
  • Help carry out minor repairs and modifications on TUI and third‑party aircraft
  • Rotate across engineering teams to gain a broad understanding of the operation
  • Learn how we keep safety, quality and compliance at the heart of everything we do
  • Develop your technical knowledge through hands‑on experience and structured learning
  • Gain exposure to engineering activity across UK bases and potentially Europe
  • Spend time in a classroom environment, learning engineering theory and demonstrating knowledge through exams and coursework

Requirements:

  • GCSEs at Grade 5/B or above in English, Maths and Science
  • Technical GCSE subjects (e.g. Engineering, Electronics, Design & Technology), or practical technical experience from work or hobbies
  • Relevant military trade training or technical qualifications (aviation mechanical/engineering)
  • Level 2 vocational engineering or science qualifications
  • Other technical certificates demonstrating applied engineering or scientific knowledge
  • Not already hold a Level 4 qualification (or higher) in Engineering
  • Have the permanent right to live and work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
  • Provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability for any overseas qualifications
  • Be able to obtain and maintain an airside pass, including a satisfactory DBS check
  • Meet Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) medical, fitness and regulatory requirements
  • Work in confined spaces, such as aircraft fuel tanks
  • Work at height using harnesses and mobile working platforms
  • Wear respiratory protective equipment and pass face‑fit testing
  • Pass an annual medical assessment
  • Interpret Aircraft Maintenance Manuals
  • Successfully complete CAA‑related engineering examinations

Nice to have:

  • Ideally, you’ll live within a 30‑mile radius of the Luton base
  • Technical GCSE subjects (e.g. Engineering, Electronics, Design & Technology), or practical technical experience from work or hobbies
  • Relevant military trade training or technical qualifications (aviation mechanical/engineering)
  • Level 2 vocational engineering or science qualifications
  • Other technical certificates demonstrating applied engineering or scientific knowledge
What we offer:
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Paid day release and arranged transport to and from college from base
  • Pension scheme and life assurance
  • Health and wellbeing support across financial, physical, social, community and career areas
  • Employee reward platform offering savings on shopping, days out and travel
  • Foreign exchange discounts
  • Ongoing investment in your learning and development, including a mentor from among our most highly skilled and experienced licensed engineers
  • On successful completion: a TUI voucher and an additional day off to celebrate
  • Eligibility for bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 04, 2026

Expiration:
March 27, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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