GE Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice, 2026
Join GE Aerospace as a Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice (MEA) and start a 4‑year rotational apprenticeship in Cheltenham. You will study a combined Electrical and Mechanical HNC/HND while learning Lean principles, problem‑solving, equipment integration and supply‑chain operations.
Role Profile
As an MEA, you will work across multiple manufacturing engineering departments, gaining hands‑on experience and academic study via a GET‑supported HNC/HND programme. Rotations will cover product and customer knowledge and, in later years, allow you to specialise.
Learning & Development
* Year 1 – 5 HNC modules, rotations, workplace learning
* Year 2 – 3 HNC modules + 3 HND modules
* Year 3 – 5 HND modules (completion of HND)
* Year 4 – Further industry‑relevant modules, final portfolio
Key modules include project management, quality improvement, sustainability, Lean manufacturing and electrical‑digital mechanical principles.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Essential: GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or above; Level 2 qualification equivalent; 3x A‑Levels (or equivalent) including Maths or Engineering, grade C or above; Level 3 qualification (BTEC, T‑Level, etc.) in Engineering/Manufacturing.
* Desired: STEM subject at Level 3; motivated team player; interest in technology and process improvement; innovative problem solver.
Benefits
* Non‑contributory Pension
* Life Assurance
* Group income protection
* Private medical cover
* Holiday: 26 days (flexible buy/sell option)
Recruitment Process
Applications accepted until Sunday 16 November 2024. The selection stages are CV, video interview, assessment centre and academic entrance test. Applicants may email Apprenticeship.Queries@ge.com for adjustments.
Security Clearance
BPSS clearance required and must be maintained. Offer may be withdrawn if clearance cannot be obtained.
Right to Work
Applicants requiring UK sponsorship will be considered. Non‑sponsored applicants who have the right to work will be prioritised if available.
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