Apprentice - General Assembly

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General Assembly Apprentice
Pitstone | Full-Time | Onsite

Skills: Manufacturing, Assembly, Engineering, Quality, Inspection, Technical Drawings

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

Early finish on Fridays
Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
Strong Pension scheme and life assurance
Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Your Role

As a General Assembly Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience across a variety of manufacturing and assembly techniques while working towards a Level 3 Engineering Technician qualification with a local College.

This is a 42-month apprenticeship programme, combining on-the-job training with classroom-based learning.

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:

Years 1-3: 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 quality-focused approach
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organisation and planning skills
You will be somebody who is:

Enthusiastic and willing to learn and develop new skills
Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset
Curious and willing to ask questions and learn from others
Motivated to achieve high standards and contribute to team success
Please note: Successful candidates must meet the college entry requirements, including English and Maths at Level 2 minimum