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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