Apprentice Engineer

Aircraft Engineering Apprentice, Manchester
Closing Date: 14th April 2025

Ready to take off on an exciting career in Aircraft Engineering? Jet2.com is offering a fantastic opportunity to launch your future with our highly anticipated four-year Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme!
Commencing in September 2025, this is your chance to join a dynamic team, gain hands-on experience, and learn from the very best in the industry.

What’s in Store for You?

Through a combination of classroom and workshop learning, plus real-world experience with live aircraft, our Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme provides an outstanding opportunity to kick-start your career. You won’t just be studying – you’ll be gaining hands-on experience, learning from industry experts, and setting yourself up for an incredible future!
As part of our award-winning leisure airline and tour operator, you’ll work in a friendly, customer-focused environment while earning a formal Aviation Qualification and opening the door to fantastic career prospects.

What You’ll Gain

Jet2.com delivers the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship as an employer provider. Throughout this programme, you will achieve:

• Level 2 Diploma Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Foundation Competence)
• Level 3 Diploma in Aviation Maintenance (Development Competence)
• Level 3 Diploma in On-Aircraft Maintenance Category A
• CAA Aircraft Maintenance Licence Category A, Part 66 modules and practical training through Jet2.com’s approved Part 147 Training facility

The apprenticeship is primarily based at our dedicated training facility within our Engineering Maintenance Hangar at Manchester International Airport, with practical training taking place across our network. Throughout your journey, you will be supported and mentored by our dedicated Engineering Apprenticeship Team.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking passionate, driven individuals who are excited about a career in Aircraft Engineering. To succeed, you’ll need:

• A positive, forward-thinking attitude and a customer-facing approach
• A commitment to your own development and career
• A passion for practical, hands-on work

Why This is the Opportunity for You

Alongside a competitive salary and fantastic career development opportunities, we offer our valued colleagues a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Contributory Pension Scheme – Secure your future with our pension plan
• Annual Pay Review – Stay rewarded with yearly salary reviews
• Generous Discretionary Profit Share Scheme – Share in our success

• 34 Days Holiday Per Annum – Enjoy ample time off to recharge and relax
• Colleague Discounts – Save on Jet2.com flights, Jet2Holidays, and more!

• 3x Salary Life Assurance – Financial security for you and your loved ones

• Fantastic Career Development Opportunities – Take your career to new heights with our structured training and progression paths

• You must be 18 years of age
• Five GCSEs at Grade 5/C or above (You will be asked to provide evidence of this)
• This must include Maths, English, and a science or technical subject
• A talent for practical subjects
• A strong desire to learn and develop your skills
• Willingness to relocate as required

Apply Now and Take Your Career to New Heights!

Join our exciting, forward-thinking team and be part of a dynamic business! At Jet2.com, we operate scheduled leisure flights from our 13 UK bases to stunning holiday destinations across the Mediterranean, Canary Islands, and Europe’s most captivating cities.

If you’re ready to launch your career in Aircraft Engineering, apply now! Don’t miss this opportunity to work with one of the UK’s leading airlines and turn your passion into a profession!