Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship 2026 - M/F

Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship 2026 - M/F

Please note: Collins Aerospace is now Safran

Job Description

The purpose of the programme is to develop Apprentice Engineers through opportunities, experience and training. This aims to accelerate career development into Business Leaders and Professional Experts to meet the challenges of a global business environment. The scheme will enable Apprentice Engineers to add value to the business whist developing within the company's culture.

The programme provides a flexible development plan that exposes you to the different functions within Manufacturing Engineering so you can discover exactly what suits you and your talents – you'll rotate through some of the following areas that will empower you to a make a difference to current live projects and become an expert in your field:

• New Product Introduction
• New Technology
• Operational Support
• Continuous Improvement / Projects
• Project Management
• Shop Floor Exposure
• Providing operation support to ensure month end sales targets are hit
• Implementation of new technology into existing manufacturing processes
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by taking concept designs and establishing new methods of manufacture
• Continuous Improvement: Taking time and uncertainty out of existing manufacture, reducing scrap / rework
• As well as having the opportunity to experience functional life outside of the team.

Job Requirements

Essential:

• Learning ability and desire to be at the forefront of engineering innovation
• Good analytical skills and problem solving
• Have a focus on the importance of sustainability in the sector
• An innovative and creative approach
• Good personal management and self-organisation skills
• Effective communication (Written and verbal)
• Competent in using Microsoft Office tools

Desirable:

• Practical GCSE choices, i.e. Product Design / Design tech …
• 2D drafting / 3D modelling experience
• 3D printing experience
• Hobbies that can demonstrate a strong interest in Engineering
• Work experience or volunteering that demonstrate a proactive drive to gain experience in the profession and / or sector

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

• Competitive salary
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (holiday trading, gym discounts, enhanced parental leave)
• Structured training & career development
• Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects & more!

Equal Opportunities

Collins Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at Collins Aerospace including females, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

How to register

Please register your interest to be the first to know when applications go live, and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day!