Technical Support Technician Apprentice

Our four-year Apprenticeship Programme is your chance to dive into the world of cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering — no experience needed. You’ll learn by doing, get paid while you train, and grow your skills alongside experienced mentors who will support you all the way.

In this hands-on role, you’ll be part of a team delivering the future - building parts, testing systems, and working with powerful tech and tools – don’t worry, we’ll teach you how! You will gain real transferable  skills that matter, from operating advanced machines to turning complex ideas into reality. Your work helps aircraft take flight – it’s exciting, practical, and open to everyone. If you enjoy problem solving, teamwork, and making things happen, this is your launch pad to a powerful future. 

Programme Structure:

Year 1 - This is all about getting you ready to hit the ground running. You’ll build the core skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to succeed in years 2&3 – with the right mix of learning, support, and hands-on prep to make it happen.
 
Years 2 & 3 - You’ll rotate through different areas of the business, gaining hands-on experience and expanding your knowledge along the way. You’ll have regular check-ins with your mentor to track your progress, all while continuing your college studies one day a week. 

Year 4 - In your final placement, you’ll focus on one of the pathways, build specialist skills, and complete your final assessments – all leading to your apprenticeship qualification.

At GKN Aerospace, we commit to teaching and supporting you to:

• Work safely and accurately by following engineering instructions, health & safety regulations, and quality procedures – we’ll guide you every step of the way
• Build strong technical, hands-on skills in a live production setting, learning how to contribute to high-performance aerospace manufacturing
• Attend college or training sessions regularly, complete assignments on time, and apply what you learn in the workplace with our full support
• Keep clear records of your work, track your development, and review progress regularly with your dedicated mentor, helping you stay on course and grow

• Training will take place at Weston College
• Year 1: College-based learning
• Years 2–3: Rotate across different technical departments at GKN sites, gaining real-world industry experience while continuing your college studies (day release)