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Safran

# Level 3 Engineering Apprentice

Early career Operations 

Listed on Safran’s official careers site. Posted October 21, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-level-3-engineering-apprentice_190510.aspx?LCID=1033)

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## Job description

### Level 3 Engineering Apprentice Location

Gloucester Programme: Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship Duration: Three years Start Date: September 2027 Safran – Here, We Craft Excellence Together At Safran, excellence is a journey, and we'd love you to be 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 more sustainable future. Safran Landing Systems is a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, supporting commercial, business, military and defence aircraft around the world.

Our expertise covers the entire product lifecycle, from design, engineering and manufacturing through to maintenance, repair and overhaul. Our Gloucester site has been at the forefront of landing gear technology for more than 85 years, from the pioneering designs of Sir George Dowty to the advanced landing gear systems used on some of the world's most modern aircraft today.

### Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- 25 days' annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
- Annual bonus and share scheme options.
- Pension scheme with up to 8% matched contributions.
- Life assurance at four times your salary.
- On-site parking, including electric vehicle charging points.
- Bicycle storage and shower facilities.
- A wide range of flexible benefits and working options, depending on the role.
- Enhanced maternity and family-friendly benefits.
- Training, development, a personalised career plan and internal mobility opportunities. About the Role

Join Safran Landing Systems in Gloucester and develop the technical knowledge, practical skills and experience needed to begin a rewarding career in aerospace engineering. We're recruiting for several Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship opportunities across our Original Equipment Manufacturing and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul sites in Gloucester. Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience within a world-leading aerospace business while working towards a nationally recognised engineering qualification.

Depending on business requirements and your development pathway, you may gain experience across a variety of engineering environments including assembly, machining and repair operations.

### Responsibilities
- Work safely and effectively within a highly regulated aerospace engineering environment.
- Follow aerospace specifications, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Support the manufacture, assembly, maintenance and repair of aerospace components.
- Use specialist tools, machinery and equipment to complete engineering activities.
- Work to strict quality, safety and regulatory standards.
- Develop practical engineering skills through structured workplace training.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams. What's in It for You? Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll develop practical skills and experience in:
- Aerospace manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Precision machining and engineering techniques.
- Aircraft component maintenance and repair activities.
- Engineering drawings, technical specifications and quality documentation.
- Aerospace safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
- Problem solving, continuous improvement and teamwork.
- Modern engineering tools, equipment and manufacturing technologies. Programme Structure Year 1 You'll spend time with a local specialist engineering training provider, where the relevant units of your qualification will be delivered and assessed.

Years 2–3 Your training and assessment will continue within Safran Landing Systems, where you'll apply your learning in the workplace and gain experience across different engineering environments to support your development. All apprentices are assigned an Apprenticeship Coordinator who will support them throughout their learning journey.

### Qualifications

On successful completion of the programme, you'll achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 Engineering Qualification, which may include:
- Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Fitting
- Level 3 Diploma in Machining The programme will provide you with the technical knowledge, practical experience and recognised qualifications needed to begin building a career within aerospace engineering.

### Candidate Requirements Essential Criteria
- Five GCSEs at grades 9–5 or A*–C, including English, Maths and Science.
- A genuine interest in engineering, manufacturing and developing a career within the aerospace industry.
- A willingness to learn and complete both the practical and academic aspects of the apprenticeship.

### Desirable Criteria
- Studying, or previously studied, a relevant subject such as Engineering, Design and Technology, Mathematics, Science or another STEM-related subject.
- An interest in how mechanical products are manufactured, assembled, maintained and repaired.
- Experience of teamwork, problem-solving or practical activities through education, employment, work experience, volunteering, hobbies or extracurricular projects. Recruitment Process Stage 1 – Application

Apply online with your CV. Final application decisions will not be made until after 8 January 2027. Stage 2 – Online Assessment Applicants who meet the initial criteria will be invited to complete an online assessment. Stage 3 – Assessment Centre Successful candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre at one of our Gloucester sites in March 2027. Stage 4 – Final Decision Candidates will be informed of the outcome following the assessment centre.

Stage 5 – Onboarding Our Early Careers team will support successful candidates before they join Safran, providing relevant updates and information ahead of the programme start. Inclusion & Belonging at Safran We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply. We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully.

We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success. Get Involved You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including:
- Women at Safran
- Diversity at Safran
- STEM Ambassadors
- Employee Forum
- Sports & Social Clubs
- Charity Partnerships
- Health & Wellbeing Programmes Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 21, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 26, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 2, 2026
- Listed for: 12 days[Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-level-3-engineering-apprentice_190510.aspx?LCID=1033)

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