Apprentice – General Assembly

General Assembly Apprentice – Pitstone

Full‑time, onsite apprenticeship programme at Safran. The programme spans 42 months and combines on‑the‑job training with classroom learning, leading to a Level3 Engineering Technician qualification.

Skills Required

• Manufacturing
• Assembly
• Engineering
• Quality
• Inspection
• Technical Drawings

What you’ll be doing

• Completing rotational placements across manufacturing and repair areas
• Learning to produce and refurbish aerospace components and assemblies
• Interpreting engineering drawings and planning work activities
• Developing skills in assembly, inspection, testing, balancing and winding
• Working to aerospace quality standards and internal processes
• Operating machinery in line with standard operating procedures
• Following all health & safety requirements
• Contributing to team performance and continuous improvement

Additional programme details

• Years1–3: 1 day per week at College, 4 days onsite in Pitstone
• Exposure to support functions including Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Industrialisation and Logistics
• Assigned mentor and buddy for ongoing support
• Regular reviews with college, management, mentor and HR

What you’ll bring

• Relevant technical background or interest in engineering
• Strong attention to detail and a quality‑focused approach
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisation and planning skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive and continuously improving mindset
• Curious and willing to ask questions and learn from others
• Motivated to achieve high standards and contribute to team success

Benefits

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and annual bonus with pay review
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
• Strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Professional development, ongoing training and mentoring
• Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
• Family‑friendly and accessible workplace policies

Employment Equity Statement

Safran is committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, including those who may not meet 100% of the listed criteria, and we welcome discussions regarding reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process.

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