Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Engineering Apprenticeship

Start date:

September 2027

Location:

Filton, Bristol Duration: 4 years and 3 months University:
Weston College (UCW), degree accredited by the University of the West of England Degree: BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions Apprenticeship standard: ST0119 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Level 6 Final date to receive applications:
Applications will be open until 26 October 2026. After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended. We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time.

We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

• Salary: £23,245 35 hours per week
• Half day Fridays!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Success share
• Plus many more flexible benefits!

This is an ideal role for someone with a keen interest in learning and applying digital solutions to real engineering problems. Alongside your degree, you’ll be joining our experts at Filton, immediately being able to apply your skills to the world of Commercial Aircraft. You'll be assigned to a department with incredible career potential:
Flight Physics;
Fuel (incl Hydrogen) & Landing Gear Testing;
Digital Airframe. We empower our apprentices with significant placement flexibility. You'll not only gain deep technical expertise within your core area but also develop a diverse skill set through rotations in various engineering departments. This unique blend of academic study, on-the-job experience, and training ensures you're well-equipped for a successful and impactful career.

Our Digital Degree Apprenticeship offers a full degree with no fees, plus vocational training with a regular salary. Airbus is leading the way with this unique 4 year programme through which you will achieve a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions. You will be studying via our training partner, Weston College (UCW), and your degree will be accredited by the University of the West of England.

Your industry based work takes place at our world leading aircraft manufacturer site in Filton, Bristol. Key activities of the industry based work of this apprenticeship include:
Contributing to new and innovative software which is used in the overall aircraft design, testing or optimization processes;
Working on software solutions to support design & manufacturing of physical aircraft as well as in-service aircraft;
Participate in all phases of the application development life cycle including research and design, development, testing, implementation and support;
Interface with engineers and IT specialists to provide solutions to business needs.

• In order to be eligible for this apprenticeship you must have a minimum: 3 A-Levels as grade C/4 or above, preferably in Maths, Sciences and IT; OR T Level in an IT/Digital subject at Merit or above; OR BTEC L3 Extended Diploma in an IT/Digital subject, at minimum MMM grade; OR Equivalent qualifications/Experience subject to validation; AND Minimum of 4 GCSEs including English Language and Maths – Grade 4/C or above.
• ** Please note that, due to the funded nature of this programme, applicants with undergraduate degrees in computing/IT are not eligible.
• The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate the following:
  Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved;
  Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship;
  Enjoys solving mathematical or science problems through coding;
  Some…