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After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended.\nWe love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware thatyou can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.\nBenefits:\nSalary: £23,064\n35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!\nAbout us:\nAre you passionate about aviation innovation? Do you have a natural curiosity for problem-solving?\nQuality Engineering is a vital transnational team within Airbus Commercial Aircraft. We ensure the highest quality assurance standards, driving the development of cutting-edge designs and technologies for both our new aircraft programs and existing product lines.\nWe collaborate closely with our engineering teams to ensure our products consistently meet all regulatory requirements, uphold stringent safety standards, and safeguard Airbus's global reputation.\nAn apprenticeship in Quality Engineering offers a unique opportunity to work across all Airbus Commercial Aircraft programs. You'll gain invaluable insights into the entire lifecycle of passenger aircraft, freighters, and private jets - from development and production to in-service processes. Starting your career in Quality Engineering provides a broad foundation, setting you up for excellent progression opportunities throughout Airbus.\nCommunity & Culture\nBeing an engineering quality apprentice at Airbus means being part of a vibrant, supportive community. You will join an extensive apprentice network where you can share experiences and build lifelong professional connections. Beyond technical training, we provide dedicated support to guide your personal and professional growth, fostering a strong sense of belonging within our transnational team.\nWhat you will be doing:\nIn this role, you will play a crucial part in our quality assurance mission, gaining the hands-on experience needed to launch your career in aerospace.\nRight from the start of your apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience by spending two days a week with our quality engineering teams at the Airbus facility in Filton (Bristol). For the remainder of the week, you'll attend Weston College (based at our site in Filton) to pursue an Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 qualification.\nFrom your second year onwards, your time at college will progressively decrease, allowing you to immerse yourself more fully in impactful projects and activities within the business.\nThroughout your apprenticeship, you'll complete a variety of placements within quality engineering and related functions. You'll engage in crucial quality assurance activities such as:\nRoot Cause Analysis: Investigating the underlying reasons for problems to ensure they are solved permanently, rather than just addressing the symptoms;\nFailure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA): Predicting potential risks or failures in designs or manufacturing processes to prevent them before they occur;\nBig Data Analysis: Interpreting large sets of information to spot trends, improve performance, and make data-driven decisions;\nDesign Assurance: Validating that designs are developed correctly from the start to meet rigorous safety and regulatory standards;\nAdvanced Product Quality Planning (APQP): A structured framework used to ensure quality is built into the product development process from concept to delivery.\nYou will develop an excellent understanding of how quality engineering contributes to the successful design and delivery of modern commercial airliners. You will gain experience of working as part of a large multi-disciplinary transnational team engaged in the forefront of aerospace engineering. You will learn how to put into practice the latest quality methods and make use of the most modern digitalisation tools.\nRequirements:\nIn order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:\nA level in Maths and Physics at C or above\nOR\n Level 3 engineering qualification (BTEC Level 3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma or T level) at Merit or above \nAND\nFive GCSEs at 4/C and above including Mathematics, English Language and Science\nSuccessful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:\nA passion for working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment;\nAn interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems;\nA commitment to acting with integrity;\nPersistence and resilience in the face of challenges;\nAn inquisitive mind with a strong desire to learn and grow;\nHigh attention to detail;\nSubmit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved; \nSubmit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.\nBOOST YOUR APPLICATION:\nWe want to get to know you-not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:\nWhy Airbus and this apprenticeship? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.\nWhat skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities. \nImportant Information:\nGRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.\nSECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.\nRIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check theGovernment Website.\nLEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.\nOur apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.\n[redacted] \nContact:\nPlease let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.\n#UK_APP\nThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.\nCompany:\nAirbus Operations LimitedEmployment Type:\nApprenticeship-------\nExperience Level:\nStudentJob Family:\nBy submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.\nAirbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. 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