Date Posted:

2026-04-09

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

To support our existing business and drive future growth, we have 2 opportunities for Apprentice Technicians within our Power and Controls division at the HS Marston facility in the West Midlands.

What you will do:

In this role you will play a hands-on role in maintaining and supporting the production of high precision aircraft components and systems. This three-year level 3 apprenticeship blends practical workshop experience with structured technical training, preparing you for a skilled career in aerospace manufacturing and engineering.

Supported by our experienced team you will:

Operate and maintain workshop tools, machinery, and equipment under supervision
Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
Perform precision measurements using tools such as micrometers, gauges and temperature instruments
Support routine inspections, testing, and quality assurance activities related to furnaces and heat treatment equipment
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other professionals
Participate in classroom based and on the job training modules to help maintain and improve site and technical knowledge
Assist with both re-active and pro-active mechanical maintenance tasks
Work with furnace engineers to learn equipment safety, performance optimisation and compliance
Support furnace control systems setup, monitoring and basic fault diagnostics
Learn to understand mechanical systems and how to diagnose problems/plant faults constructively and accurately
Record daily activities to assist with any fault diagnosis and improvement opportunities
Attend and contribute towards any planned maintenance meetings/plant reviews
Help ensure programmed solutions are reliable, safe and are delivered inline with technical specifications, engineering standards, and customer requirements
Follow strict safety, regulatory, and aerospace manufacturing standards
Take part in the development, creation, and implementation of TPM schedules to achieve maximum machine availability

What you will learn:

This comprehensive Apprenticeship, delivered in partnership with InComm, is ideally suited to you if you are motivated, diligent, and excited by a career in Aerospace Manufacturing/Engineering. Alongside gaining hands-on experience you will work towards a Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship helping to shape a strong foundation for your future career - which we hope may lead to securing a permanent role with us!

Qualifications we prefer:

We expect that you will be just starting your career in Manufacturing so, alongside our training partner, we will delight in training and supporting you through your career journey to successfully complete your apprenticeship. That means you need to be a willing learner and committed to achieving both business and personal results whilst working as part of a team. With a natural curiosity for how things work and hands-on tasks, you will be a strong communicator and problem-solver, with good attention to detail and the ability to follow technical instructions.

You will have obtained a minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above including Mathematics and English and a STEM subject.

What we offer:

This role provides clear progression pathways into skilled roles within the Power & Controls business as well as a benefits package which includes a competitive salary as well as 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. There is an Employee Assistance Program, option to buy and sell holidays, employee discounts, a fantastic pension scheme, discounted gym membership and much, much more.

Power & Controls:

We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focus on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keep our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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