Quality Engineering Higher Apprenticeship

Quality Engineering Higher Apprenticeship

Start date: September 2026

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 4 years and 3 months

University: Weston College

Qualification: Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4

Application:

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you 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.

Application closing date:

We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

Benefits:

Salary: £21,50735 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us:

Launch an exciting career by joining our Airbus Apprenticeship programme. Our Apprentices receive industry-leading training and support to gain the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable them to make an immediate contribution within the aerospace industry.

Quality 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.

We 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.

An 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.

What you will be doing:

Right 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 to pursue an Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 qualification.

From 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.Throughout 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:

• Root cause analysis and problem-solving
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Big data analysis
• Design assurance
• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

You'll develop a deep understanding of how quality engineering contributes to the successful design and delivery of modern commercial airliners. You'll gain experience working as part of a large, multi-disciplinary, and transnational team at the forefront of aerospace engineering, learning to apply the latest quality methods and leverage modern digitalization tools.

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:

• 96 UCAS points, including a minimum of Grade C in A-Level Mathematics and two other A-levels in science-based subjects
• OR BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in an engineering subject at a minimum grade of MMM
• OR T-Level in an engineering subject at a minimum grade of Merit
• AND GCSE Maths and English Language – Minimum of Grade 4/C

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved
• Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

BOOST YOUR APPLICATION:

We want to get to know you—not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:

• Why 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.
• What 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.

Important Information:

• GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).
• RIGHT 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 the Government Website.
• LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus Use of AI Guidance.

Contact:

Please 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 apprentices@airbus.com​. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

This 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.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.