Aerospace Production Operative Apprenticeship

You’ll learn by doing, earn while you train, and gain hands-on experience in industry-style environments, supported by experienced mentors every step of the way. With classroom learning, practical engineering skills, and your own drive and ambition, you’ll be ready to take the first step towards an exciting career in aerospace.

Looking for a hands-on role where you get to build, create, and be part of something awesome? This is your chance! You’ll join a team that works on real aircraft parts, tests cool systems, and uses powerful tools and tech. Don’t worry, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

You’ll pick up skills that really matter, like working with machines, managing your time, solving problems, and teaming up with others. And the best part? The work you do helps planes take off and fly!

This is exciting, practical, and open to everyone. If you like figuring things out, working with friends, and making things happen, this is the perfect launch pad for your future.

 

Training:

All training will take place on site in Filton, Bristol.

Training Outcome:

Production Operative.

Employer Description:

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Working Hours :
4 day working week – Friday’s off!

Skills:
Team working,Willingness to learn,Positive attitude,Curiosity