Apprentice Propulsion Technician

GREENJETS LIMITED

Buckinghamshire (MK11 3HD)

Closes in 12 days (Friday 8 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 25 July 2025

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Summary

The Propulsion Technician ensures engines and equipment are ready for action—handling inventory, assembling and testing engines, maintaining workshop tools, and supporting flight tests. This hands-on role is key to the smooth production and performance of propulsion systems.

Wage

£18,500 a year

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Annual Salary

Training course
Propulsion technician (level 4)
Hours
Mon-Fri.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

2

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

  • Inventory & Supply Coordination: Maintain accurate records of engine components, perform stock audits, and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely part availability
  • Kitting for Assembly: Prepare and organise engine parts into kits, ensuring quality standards are met and supporting the assembly team with accurate, ready-to-use components
  • Engine Assembly & Testing: Assemble engines to technical specifications, conduct performance and safety tests, and troubleshoot issues during build and evaluation
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of assembly and testing activities in the engine register for traceability and compliance
  • Test Rig Setup: Assemble and calibrate test rigs for engine evaluations, ensuring reliable and consistent testing conditions
  • Workshop Equipment Maintenance: Commission, clean, and maintain workshop tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness and minimise downtime
  • Flight Test Support: Provide technical assistance during flight tests

Where you'll work

Unit 74 Burners Lane
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Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire
MK11 3HD

Training

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

Training provider

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

Training course

Propulsion technician (level 4)

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Training schedule

Propulsion Technician Standard.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Maths (grade 9-4)
  • English (grade 9-4)
  • Science (grade 9-4)

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

Skills

  • Enthusiasm for Learning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Organisation
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • IT skills
  • Health & Safety Awareness

Other requirements

Working at Greenjets will include H&S / risk assessment training, Hazardous Voltage Awareness Training, Fire Safety Awareness Training, and Manual Handling Training.

About this employer

Greenjets is an SME company breaking new ground in the innovative world of propulsion systems for unmanned aircraft. We are active in both R&D, including aircraft and other associated systems, and commercial production of propulsors. Our mission is to revolutionize the aerospace industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions.

After this apprenticeship

This apprenticeship offers a launchpad into the future of aerospace propulsion. You'll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge electric jet technology, contribute to real-world flight testing, and develop skills in engine assembly, diagnostics, and workshop operations. Successful apprentices can progress into full-time technician roles, specialise in propulsion R&D, or even move into engineering leadership as Greenjets continues to scale.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333924.

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Closes in 12 days (Friday 8 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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