Quality Engineering Higher Technical Apprenticeship 2027 - Bristol

Application Closing Date: Applications will be open until 26 October 2026. After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended. 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. Benefits Salary: £23,064 35 hours per week Half day Fridays 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension Success share Plus many more flexible benefits Community & Culture Being 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. What You Will Be Doing In 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. 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 (based at our site in Filton) 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. Root Cause Analysis: Investigating the underlying reasons for problems to ensure they are solved permanently, rather than just addressing the symptoms. Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA): Predicting potential risks or failures in designs or manufacturing processes to prevent them before they occur. Big Data Analysis: Interpreting large sets of information to spot trends, improve performance, and make data-driven decisions. Design Assurance: Validating that designs are developed correctly from the start to meet rigorous safety and regulatory standards. Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP): A structured framework used to ensure quality is built into the product development process from concept to delivery. You 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. Requirements In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of: A level in Maths and Physics at C or above OR Level 3 engineering qualification (BTEC Level 3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma or T level) at Merit or above Five GCSEs at 4/C and above including Mathematics, English Language and Science Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following: A passion for working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment An interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems A commitment to acting with integrity Persistence and resilience in the face of challenges An inquisitive mind with a strong desire to learn and grow High attention to detail 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: 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. RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisati