GE Aerospace Engineering Apprenticeship, Wales, 2027 intake

Job Description Summary

Are you interested in STEM, aviation, or engineering? GE Aerospace Wales is a world leader in the repair and overhaul of aircraft engines. Our Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship offers wide-ranging, hands-on experience in repairing and overhauling gas turbine engines fitted to aircraft that have flown all around the world.

This apprenticeship is a combined mechanical and electrical engineering programme, designed to promote workforce flexibility by equipping apprentices with a broad, cross-disciplinary blend of skills that can be applied across multiple areas of the business. Working in a live production environment, apprentices will gain valuable technical knowledge and practical experience that supports both current operations and future business needs.
Apprentices will also develop an understanding of FLIGHT DECK principles, with FLIGHT DECK learning embedded in everything we do to support continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence across the business.

As part of our team, you will be joining us at an exciting time, as GE Aerospace Wales has been selected to repair and overhaul the GE9X — the newest and soon to be the world’s largest and most fuel-efficient jet engine, fitted to the new Boeing 777X fleet.

This apprenticeship offers a competitive salary while you work towards a recognised engineering qualification and develop a wide range of practical skills. Using cutting-edge technology and innovative materials, you will apply what you learn at college directly to real engineering work on site.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power both commercial and military aircraft.

You will be part of a team that values your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you will share in a sense of pride and purpose, knowing your work has an impact on millions of lives around the world.

Engineering

Engineering is at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for talented, innovative individuals who want to help design, develop, repair, and support the technologies of today, tomorrow, and the future. If you are a dreamer, a doer, and an inventor who wants your voice to be heard and your ideas to take flight, this is the opportunity for you.

Do You Have What It Takes?

The GE Aerospace Wales Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship is an exciting three-year programme designed to provide all the skills needed to kickstart a career in aerospace engineering.

Programme Breakdown

Year 1

· Full-time at Coleg y Cymoedd, working towards a Level 3 BTEC qualification

· Extra-curricular activities to develop key skills such as teamwork, collaboration, and self-confidence

Year 2

· One day per week at Coleg y Cymoedd, completing the Level 3 BTEC

· Four days per week working on site in our factory, including involvement in a high-profile engineering project and the start of a Level 3 NVQ

· Rotations through the repair, overhaul, and test areas of the business, with Lean methodology and FLIGHT DECK principles embedded in everything you do

Year 3

· Full-time working within the business

· Completion of a rotation programme covering all aspects of our operation

· Completion of the Level 3 NVQ through work-based learning and assessment

In addition, you will have the opportunity to take part in enrichment activities and soft skills training to help you grow, build confidence, and reach your full potential.

Qualifications / Requirements

Please ensure you have achieved or are predicted these grades or above as these are the minimum requirements to join this apprenticeship. Failure to meet these grades could mean you are not eligible to join the programme.

A successful candidate would have, or be expected to achieve by the start of the apprenticeship:

o A minimum of 5 x GCSEs, A* - C or 9 - 4, to include Mathematics, English Language, and Science.

o Equivalent qualifications or experience may be considered.

Desired Characteristics

o A positive attitude, with an eagerness to learn and a flexible approach to working.

o Ability to problem solve, capable of prioritising and multi-tasking.

o Strong interpersonal skills and able to work effectively within diverse teams.

o Good manual dexterity

o Any experience in STEM or industry would be advantageous.

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, the stages include testing and assessment centre. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated and understand what is next in the process.

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via Apprenticeship.Queries@geaerospace.com.

Please only submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, we will progress the most suitable one. If in future you are deemed to be suitable for other opportunities, we will automatically consider you for these too.

GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask us a question please contact HR.Wales@ge.com

Please note our applications will close on 29th November but may close earlier dependent on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs.

o Non-contributory Pension

o Life Assurance

o Group income protection

o Private medical cover

o Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible options to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that if BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No