As a maintenance technician apprentice you operate in a modern manufacturing environment and will be involved in fault finding and repair, planned maintenance and operating mechanical equipment used to manufacture our products. Other maintenance support roles arise within the function, such as planning, logistics and safety to manage the products through their expected service life.

What’s in it for you?

Advanced apprenticeships are a great way to make your future fit your ambitions as you develop specialist skills. At the end of the apprenticeship, which are in engineering, technology and business roles, you’ll have valuable qualifications equivalent to A Levels.

• Supportive, friendly, inclusive culture - a workplace where you can be your authentic self
• Industry-recognised qualifications - all the way to A Levels.
• Job security - a thriving sector with endless career growth opportunities
• Make a difference – where your contribution will make a positive impact - with our clients, colleagues, and communities
• Great salary, rewards and benefits - generous time off, discounts, green car and cycle to work schemes, share schemes and pension

Entry requirements

England and Wales

• Age 16+
• 5 GCSE A*-C or 9-4 (or equivalent) Including Maths and English, as well as a science or technical subject for engineering or technical roles. Specific requirements may vary depending on the role.

Scotland

• Age 16+
• 5 Nation 4s (or equivalent) – which must include Maths (excluding Application of Maths), English, and a Science/technical subject

OR

• 4 National 5s grade C or above (or equivalent) Maths, English, Science and technical (excluding Applications of Maths) AND 3 Highers at grade C of above in English, Maths and Science or technical subject (excluding Application of Maths)

Some roles may also require additional qualifications or UCAS points.

Why a BAE Systems apprenticeship?

When you join a BAE Systems apprenticeship, you’ll be joining a workforce of over 110,000 people in around 40 countries – it’s a place where difference is celebrated, ideas are shared and ambitions are fulfilled. You’ll launch, and grow your career in an inclusive and diverse culture that inspires us all to be our best, and make a real difference - protecting those who protect us.

Around 94% of apprentices choose to stay on with us after completing their apprenticeship. And, being a global business, there’s a world of opportunities here for you to explore.

We’re ranked as an “Outstanding” provider by Ofsted, and 2nd in the Department for Education’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers.

And, being a global business, there’s a world of opportunities here for you to explore.

Export Control/Security

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Start Date: August/September 2026