Test Engineer Higher Apprenticeship

Test Engineer Higher Apprenticeship

Competitive salary

Closing Date: 9th January 2026

Shape the Future of Aerospace at Safran Landing Systems

Are you ready to launch your career in a supportive, innovative environment where learning and growth are at the heart of everything we do?

At Safran, we offer apprenticeships that go beyond theory. Here, you'll gain hands-on experience, work with cutting-edge technologies, and be guided by professionals who are passionate about sharing their expertise.

You'll play an active role in interesting projects, contributing to initiatives that improve product quality, advance sustainable technology, and shape a cleaner, greener future for the industry. Join an inclusive workplace where your ideas and energy can make a real difference in tomorrow's world of aviation.

Who are Safran Landing Systems?

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.

What you'll be doing:

You will be part of the Test Engineering team, which is part of the engineering group.
Test Engineering is responsible for conducting tests in support of research and development, certification, production support and in-service support of landing gear systems. The main activities of Test Engineering planning, designing and implementing test solutions to deliver test reports to customers.

Training will be provided in the following areas:

Landing Gear design and development using a structured systems engineering approach.

Landing Gear test methods and techniques.

Test control systems, instrumentation, calibration and data acquisition.

Data analysis & technical report writing.

Project Management

University award: BEng Electromechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Course length: typically, 5 years, full-time

What you'll need to be successful:

5 GCSEs, grades 9 - 5, or A - C (including English, Maths and Science)

AAA grades at A level, to include Mathematics and a Physical Science. Applicants with strong profile, but without A level Mathematics will be subject to passing a Maths assessment or
BTEC Diploma grade D D , with an A grade A level Mathematics, or subject to passing a Maths assessment or
BTEC Extended Diploma grade DDD, including two Mathematics units or subject to passing a Maths assessment

An interest in engineering from school, hobbies, or other experiences
Positive work ethic and the ability to work both alone and with others
Willingness to learn and try new challenges
Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
The ability to plan and organise yourself
A good level of IT literacy

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Please answer the following questions to support your application.

You can do this in writing by submitting an extra document with your CV or by submitting a video to the following email address:
millie.

Tell us why you are interested in working at Safran Landing Systems?
250 words/1 minute

Mechatronics combines mechanical, electrical, and software engineering. Can you describe a time when you solved a technical problem using skills from more than one of these areas, and what the outcome was?
250 words/1 minute

What experience, skills or abilities do you have that will help you to be successful in the role? For example, have you worked on any STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) projects or work experience.
500 words/3 minutes

At Safran we love using the latest technologies. However, during the application process, it's important for us to get to know you, your motivations and experience. Please do not use AI generation tools when completing your application.

We will let you know when we've received your application, but final decisions will not be made until after 9th January.

If your application meets our criteria, you'll then be invited in for an assessment centre in early March.