NDT Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship

BRITISH AIRWAYS PLC

Hounslow (TW6 2GA)

Closes in 28 days (Wednesday 3 December 2025)

Posted on 3 November 2025

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Summary

You’ll earn your stripes working alongside some of the best Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) engineers in the industry. They’ll help you to develop your engineering skills, whilst carrying out aircraft and components inspections on aircraft in the ‘ramp’ and ‘hangar’ as well as components in our technical workshops.

Wage

£16,000 a year

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Training course
Non-destructive testing (NDT) operator (level 2)
Hours
Initially working 2 days 2 nights 12 hour shifts when not in training, gaining the relevant experience, working alongside our NDT specialists.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 4 September 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

4

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

The apprenticeship focuses on Quality Assurance, Health and Safety, Project Management and Leadership, as well as providing the ability to apply inspection techniques in three methods, selecting appropriate methods of inspection and understanding their limitations as well as producing NDT data reports for specialist engineer to determine the appropriate repair scheme. 

We will also supplement your learning with additional Aircraft related training in Air Legislation, Human Factors and Aircraft composite and structural repairs. 

Where you'll work

London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
The Compass Centre
Nelson Road
Hounslow
TW6 2GA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

Training course

Non-destructive testing (NDT) operator (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Demonstrate health & safety competencies pertinent to the relevant NDT method such as working at heights, in confined spaces and in restricted zones
  • Carry out inspections using one NDT method, which would include: revealing defects present on the external surface of the test item / component using minimum levels of interpretation, usually by visual assessment only referring the inspection results to more skilled or qualified personnel to continue with the inspection process, assessment and interpretation Safe operation of the equipment within its capabilities and limitations Working effectively within the limitations of standard tests and measurements relevant to their field of activity Performing NDT inspections in accordance with written NDT Work Instructions Escalating concerns over frequency of type defects to his/her supervisor, in addition to confirming results and accurately recording the findings Clearly marking defective areas for other follow-up validation by supervisory staff, such as NDT Engineering Technicians Preparing and submit clear and concise NDT inspection reports detailing the inspection findings Reading technical drawings to assist in the inspection process
  • Work under technical supervision and to report regularly on progress
  • Ask the supervisor for advice and guidance where appropriate
  • Demonstrate a disciplined approach relating to industry standard operations and processes
  • Exhibit environmental awareness and undertake safe working practices for self and others
  • Have good practical ability, including hand/eye coordination, in order to apply NDT
  • Achieve good time management and a disciplined approach

Training schedule

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Operator Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (Hold or be predicted to hold) (grade 5)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Maths (Hold or be predicted to hold) (grade 5)
  • Science (grade 9 - 4 (A* - C))

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

At British Airways, we take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. Now, we’re looking to build on this spirit and passion to make tomorrow even better. If you’re made the same way as us, discover how great it feels to connect Britain with the world, and the world with Britain like no one else.

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

  • Further development with your engineering skills, knowledge and on the job experience will set you up for a future career within Enginnering as an approved NDT Technician

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000348890.

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Closes in 28 days (Wednesday 3 December 2025)

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