Composites Machining Apprentice in Brackley

Build your skills. Make an impact. Race towards excellence. Every dream needs a team. Join the Composite Machining Centre as we take on the challenge of Formula One’s exciting new era of sustainable technical regulations.

By taking up an apprenticeship with us you will:

• Join us in September 2026 for a 42 month apprenticeship
• Learn and work in one of the most technically demanding global sports
• Receive dedicated mentoring and training surrounded by experts in their fields to support throughout your studies
• Work in a fast‑paced environment that accelerates your skills with real responsibilities in a culture of innovation

Requirements for the role:

• You must have an existing and valid right to work for the duration of the apprenticeship in the UK. Applicants who require a visa to work in the UK should be aware that our apprenticeships are ineligible for sponsorship.
• Availability to complete the level 3 apprenticeship up to a 42‑month duration.
• Evidence of having been resident in the UK for 3 years prior to taking up the apprenticeship in September this year or candidates who qualify for an exemption as stated here: Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK
• At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) with results of 5 and above. Please note that three of the GCSEs must be Maths, Science and English.
• Ability to be onsite five days per week, either at our factory in Brackley or at the apprenticeship learning provider (located in Milton Keynes or Coventry).

About the role:

We are seeking to employ an Engineering Apprentice to work within the fast‑paced environment of our Composite Machining Centre. The successful candidate will be part of a highly skilled team of engineers that will learn to set and operate machine tools to efficiently manufacture high complexity, high value, and precision engineered components for our Formula 1 cars. This Apprenticeship will take part at our Campus in Brackley, alongside additional learning at a Technical College.

Key Skills to be Developed:

• Trained to operate 5 axis CNC mills.
• You will learn to understand, interpret and manufacture to tight tolerances, from engineering drawings.
• Ability to use a wide range of measuring equipment and inspection techniques.
• Understanding manufacturing processes and sequences.
• Develop professional, positive relationships with all team members, with a focus on working collaboratively with all areas of the Composites Department.
• Safe working within general Safety, Health and Environmental guidelines with specific attention and working to Departmental Risk Assessments.
• You will work with a variety of high‑grade materials including, epoxy tooling block, aluminium, Titanium and Carbon Fibre.
• To develop manual skills for the final finishing of components.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Strong interest in engineering with an enquiring mind.
• Computer literate.
• Dependable, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliable and flexible and punctual.
• A strong, positive work ethic with a ‘can do, team focused’ approach.
• The successful candidate will be self‑motivated and be comfortable operating within a team environment.

Desirable:

• It would be advantageous but not required if one year of a Machining/Engineering College course has been completed and further advantageous to have work experience within a similar environment.

Benefits:

When you put the effort in, we give it back. Start with a competitive salary, add in a world‑class wellbeing programme (including a free on‑site gym), delicious, subsidised food, and private medical cover – all on our state‑of‑the‑art factory powered by 100% renewable energy. You’ll have everything you need to thrive both inside and outside of work.

How to apply:

• Submit your CV and cover letter as a single PDF to our Workday portal
• Complete our application form