Machining Apprenticeship- 2026

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

In October 2018, we opened the Boeing production facility in Sheffield - our first manufacturing site in Europe. The £40 million, 6,200-square metre facility is located on Sheffield Business Park, in South Yorkshire, not far from the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre with Boeing (AMRC). We make multiple different high tech actuation system components for the 737, from raw materials sourced in the UK. These components are used on the trailing edge of the wings. Trailing edge actuation systems are responsible for extending and retracting the wing's flaps during different phases of flight. The flaps add lift to enable take off and landing at lower speeds, and provide drag to help slow the aircraft. Boeing Sheffield is part of a broader plan to increase in house manufacturing of key actuation components and systems in the U.S. and the UK and enhancing production efficiency. The components made in Sheffield are shipped to our facility in Portland, Oregon, for assembly.

Responsibilities

• Machine complex components to engineering specifications, using cutting edge equipment.
• Work to quality standards required for the components.
• Ensure you adhere to Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Work to given time scales.
• Work alongside skilled machinists to provide you with the knowledge needed to become fully trained.
• Respond quickly to changing demands throughout your working day.

Course Outline

The chosen candidate will study towards an Extended Diploma Level 3 in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (Machining) Apprenticeship. During your apprenticeship you will be trained in all disciplines of machining, including milling and turning along with general hand fitting skills.

Additional Outcomes

• Delivering increased productivity.
• Reduced production costs maximizing end user machine output.
• Working with people at all levels of the organisation.
• The successful candidate will work within a team whilst demonstrating personal drive and motivation to deliver results.

Competencies and Skills

• Two Way Communication.
• Adaptability.
• Problem Solving.
• Engagement.
• Teamwork.
• Be able to work on own initiative.
• Have good organisation and time keeping skills.
• Willing and able to learn new skills and adapt to change.
• Passion for engineering.
• Aptitude to work in a professional environment.

Basic Qualifications

The chosen candidate must have 5 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade B/5 or above, or grade 5 9. This must include Maths and English. All information provided will be checked and verified.

Relocation

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a shift worker (United Kingdom)

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to: race, colour, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 24, 2026