Dowty Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprentice

Gain practical experience designing and manufacturing aircraft propeller systems while studying part-time for a BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering degree at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol).

Job Description Summary

You will work within multiple engineering disciplines for the design and manufacture of aircraft propellers. Participants will graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Aerospace Engineering from UWE, University of the West of England. Whilst you work in collaboration with team members, we will develop and support you from day one.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace  

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives.  Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world! 

Dowty, a GE Aerospace company is based in Gloucestershire. It is a world-leading supplier of electronically controlled, composite propeller systems for a wide range of civil and military applications, including commercial airliners and military airlifters to multi-role seaplanes and marine hovercraft. 

Key programs include the Lockheed Martin C-130J, the De Havilland Dash 8-400 and the Leonardo C-27J. 

Dowty’s’ in-house production expertise for composite blades includes application of resin transfer moulding processes, which have been continuously evolved and perfected since 1976, and the use of braiding machines that rapidly and accurately apply the blades’ fibre outer layers. 

Role Summary  

Typically, a four-year programme, the Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprenticeship is an alternative to full-time University, allowing you to study for an Aerospace Engineering Degree part time at the University of The West of England (Bristol) while gaining industrial experience working directly at Dowty Propellers on a variety of aviation projects.  

The BEng Hons degree structured programme aimed at gaining a variety of competencies required for a successful career in engineering.  Supplemented by a variety of other development opportunities within the broader GE family, we believe this programme provides an excellent gateway into the wider world of advanced aerospace engineering.  

Overview of the scheme  

This is a broad-based programme offering a wide range of activities to build well rounded engineers with well-developed interpersonal and team-working skills. Delivered onsite at UWE 2 to 3 days per week and once per week in years 2-4, the programme consists of:  

• Enrolment in the BEng Hons Aerospace Engineering degree at the University of The West of England (Bristol)  

• A series of work placements within our engineering teams to gain skills and experience working on front line projects. These typically cover mechanical design, composites design, mechanical analysis, stress analysis, aero-acoustics, controls, electronics and systems engineering and manufacturing engineering 

• Support from technical and pastoral mentors from both Dowty and the university  

• Numerous opportunities to participate in enrichment activities, local school’s engagement, the GE apprentice network and various external events such as the Cheltenham Science Festival, Imagineering, Go4SET, GirlsGetSET and the K'Nex Challenge  

Qualifications/Requirements  

Please ensure you have achieved or are predicted these grades or above as these are the minimum requirements to join this apprenticeship. Failure to meet these grades could mean you are not eligible to join the programme. 

Essential  

• Minimum of 112 UCAS points via:​   

• 3 A-Levels at grade BBC or above (including Mathematics and another STEM-based subject e.g., Physics/Electronics/Computing or similar)​   

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering at grade DMM or above​   

• Equivalent qualification with appropriate Mathematics content   

• Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent (we accept Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths)    

Desired  

• An understanding of our business and products, with an enthusiasm for the broader aerospace industry  

• A commitment to personal development and community volunteering