GE Aerospace Wales Engineering Apprenticeship

Job Description Summary

Are you interested in STEM, aviation or engineering? GE Wales is a world‑leader in repair and overhaul of aircraft engines. A GE Wales Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship will give you a wide‐ranging experience repairing and overhauling gas turbine engines that have been fitted to aircraft that have flown all around the world. Our apprentices specialise in either mechanical, machining or electrical disciplines. Apprentices will be joining our team as we move into a new era as we have been selected to overhaul and repair the newest and soon to be the biggest, most fuel‑efficient jet engine there has been, the GE9X fitted to the new Boeing 777x fleet. It is an exciting time for us all!

The GE Wales Apprenticeship will pay you a competitive salary while you work towards an engineering qualification and give you a huge array of practical skills. Using cutting edge technology and innovative materials, our apprentices embed the skills gained at college whilst working in a live production environment.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You\’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you\’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Engineering

Engineering is at the centre of what we do, and we are looking for talented, innovative engineers who can help us design and develop products for today, tomorrow, and in the future. If you are a dreamer, doer, and inventor who wants your voice to be heard and see your ideas take flight, this is the opportunity for you.

Do You Have What It Takes?

The GE Wales Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship is an exciting three‑year programme that provides all the skills an individual needs to kickstart their career in aerospace.

Programme Breakdown

Year 1

• Full‑Time at Coleg y Cymoedd, working towards a L3 BTEC qualification.
• Extra‑curricular activities to grow key skills such as teamwork, collaboration, and self‑confidence.

Year 2

• One day per week at a Coleg y Cymoedd, completing their L3 BTEC.
• Four days per week working onsite in our Factory, which includes a high‑profile engineering project, and starting work on a L3 NVQ.
• Rotations through the repair, overhaul, and test areas of our business, incorporating Lean methodology in everything you do.

Year 3

• Full time working within the business.
• Completing a rotation programme to cover all aspects of what we do.
• Complete L3 NVQ with work‑based learning and assessment.

In addition, you\’ll have the chance to take part in enrichment activities and soft skills training to help you grow and reach your full potential.

Qualifications / Requirements

Please ensure you have achieved or are predicted these grades or above as these are the minimum requirements to join this apprenticeship. Failure to meet these grades could mean you are not eligible to join the programme.

• A minimum of 5 x GCSEs, A* – C or 9 – 4, to include Mathematics, English Language, and Science.
• Equivalent qualifications or experience may be considered.

Desired Characteristics

• A positive attitude, with an eagerness to learn and a flexible approach to working.
• Ability to problem solve, capable of prioritising and multi‑tasking.
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work effectively within diverse teams.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Any experience in STEM or industry would be advantageous.

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, the stages include a video interview, testing and assessment centre. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated and understand what is next in the process.

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via Apprenticeship.Queries@ge.com.

Please only submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, we will progress the most suitable one. If in future you are deemed to be suitable for other opportunities, we will automatically consider you for these too.

GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask us a question please contact HR.Wales@ge.com.

Please note our applications will close on Sunday, 16th November but may close earlier dependant on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs.

• Non‑contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible options to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that if BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

Additional Information

Compensation Grade: HRLY AVIATION

Relocation Assistance Provided: No