Aeronautical Engineering Apprentice

Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises over 300 light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. By investing in internal maintenance, Vista is able to prioritise the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing a seamless service to clients globally.

A career at Vista means stepping into an environment where you’re trusted with real autonomy and responsibility from day one. Whether you’re keeping our aircraft airworthy, flying our clients across the globe, or working in one of our corporate teams, you’ll move fast, deliver impact quickly and grow through hands-on learning and close collaboration within a supportive global community.

You’ll play an active role in shaping a transforming organisation by improving processes, challenging norms and driving meaningful change. Throughout, you’ll take pride in making the impossible possible for a worldwide client base. Together you’ll build something extraordinary alongside colleagues who navigate challenges together, celebrate progress and consistently raise the bar.

Your Responsibilities

• Attend college regularly, completing all college work on time and to the best of your ability, making submissions within designated deadlines (no holidays to be taken during college term time).
• Pass all required exams within the timeframe designated by the training provider.
• Attend the workplace during college holidays or if college is closed for any reason.
• Observe and shadow experienced engineers and mechanics to learn the skills, processes and techniques required to carry out the role.
• Participate in all training as required by VAMF.
• Behave responsibly at all times, complying with the Vista code of conduct and acting as an ambassador for Vista Aircraft Maintenance Farnborough.
• Act in a safe manner at all times, giving consideration to local compliance and safety requirements.
• Undertake any reasonable activities as requested by Hangar management in line with the role.

Vista Aircraft Maintenance are now looking for apprentices to join the team in September 2026. Through a blend of classroom and workshop learning at Farnborough College of Technology in combination with hands-on experience on our extensive fleet of aircraft, the apprenticeship is an opportunity to start a career in aircraft engineering with the market leader in business aviation.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Passion for aviation.
• Good at undertaking practical tasks.
• Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including Maths, English and one Science or Technical subject.
• Good interpersonal/communication skills.
• PC literate, familiar with Microsoft Office.
• Able to demonstrate solid organisation and time-management skills.
• Must be able to undertake the physical elements of the role.