Aerospace engineers in the UK design, develop, test, and maintain aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles. They work with cutting-edge technology to improve flight safety, fuel efficiency, speed, and overall performance. Aerospace engineers can specialise in areas such as aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, materials and structural analysis. Their work often involves using computer-aided design (CAD) and advanced simulation tools. Many aerospace engineers are employed by large companies like Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, and Airbus, as well as smaller specialist firms and government agencies. Typical tasks might include designing new aircraft components, solving engineering problems, conducting safety tests, or researching innovative technologies. To become an aerospace engineer, you usually need a degree in aerospace engineering or a related field, and many roles require professional accreditation.
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Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 60 positions available )
Joining the Royal Navy on the Accelerated Apprentice Scheme (Submariner) means being fast-tracked to working with one of our most elite teams. You'll be paid to study, gain practical skills and use highly sophisticated equipment. Prior to that you'll spend time in active service as either a Marine Engineer Submariner or Weapon Engineer Submariner.
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 96 positions available )
Joining the Royal Navy on the Accelerated Apprentice Scheme means accelerating your training and development within one of our most elite teams. You’ll be fast-tracked to real responsibility, getting your hands on some of the most advanced kit on the planet, and guaranteeing your warship’s performance as a state-of-the-art fighting machine.
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 96 positions available )
Fancy being fast-tracked to a crucial role in our world-class marine engineering team. After accelerated training, it's your job to make sure our state-of-the-art warships are ready for action. Where you are, whatever the problem, you'll keep us moving, from the Engine Room of a Type 45 Destroyer, to providing electricity for a Type 23 Frigate.
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 261 positions available )
When you join the Royal Navy as an Air Engineering Technician, you’re vital to keeping our airborne missions on track. That means working with some of the most advanced aircraft on the planet, like the F35B Lightning Stealth Fighter, the Merlin Mk2 Submarine Hunter, the Merlin Mk4 Commando Helicopter or the Wildcat Maritime Attack Helicopter.
Closing date: in 1 month
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
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