• Job Description

  Req#: REQ-260045

  Aero Car Technician Apprentice

  Brackley, United Kingdom

  Build your skills. Make an impact. Race towards excellence.

  Every dream needs a team.

  Join the Aero Operations Department as we take on the challenge of Formula One’s exciting new era of sustainable technical regulations.

  By taking up an apprenticeship with us you will:

  • Join us in September 2026 for a 42 month apprenticeship

  • Learn and work in one of the most technically demanding global sports

  • Receive dedicated mentoring and training surrounded by experts in their fields to support throughout your studies

  • Work in a fast-paced environment that accelerates your skills with real responsibilities in a culture of innovation

  Requirements for the role:

  • You must have an existing and valid right to work for the duration of the apprenticeship in the UK. Applicants who require a visa to work in the UK should be aware that our apprenticeships are ineligible for sponsorship.

  • Availability to complete the level 3 apprenticeship up to a 42-month duration

  • Evidence of having been resident in the UK for 3 years prior to taking up the apprenticeship in September this year or candidates who qualify for an exemption as stated here: Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK

  • At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) with results of 5 and above. Please note that three of the GCSEs must be Maths, Science and English.

  • Ability to be onsite five days per week, either at our factory in Brackley or at the apprenticeship learning provider (located in Milton Keynes or Coventry).

  • We will check you meet the criteria as part of the application process as this will need to be evidenced before you can start the programme.

  About the role:

  We have an exciting opportunity for an Aero Car Technician Apprentice to join our team. We are looking for someone who will thrive in the fast-paced environment of our Model Shop, within the Aerodynamics department. The successful candidate will become part of a highly skilled team and will support us through learning to assemble mechanical components, work with a variety of contemporary and traditional materials and gain experience preparing components for our Formula One Aerodynamics programme.

  Key Skills To Be Developed:

  • To be trained to use hand tools and implement this skill into building Wind Tunnel Models and components for Aerodynamic development

  • Develop an ability to read technical drawings, enabling you to build Models and Sub-Assemblies to our high standard

  • You will maintain good quality control for component manufacture

  • Gain full knowledge of all Model Areas: sub-assembly, preparation and painting, materials and manufacturing processes through mentoring from the Model Shop Shift Leaders

  • Develop an ability to execute model changes in the wind tunnel for aerodynamic development tests and liaise with the aerodynamicists to achieve performance targets

  • Become familiar with the storage of Model parts and locations of all parts using our software

  • Develop skills in fabrication and light machining duties

  • Develop ability to use simple layup repair procedures, and Carbon fibre trimming

  Candidate Profile

  Essential:

  • Computer literate and able to learn new software quickly

  • Experience of manual dexterity

  • Strong interest in the build and servicing of mechanical assemblies and how they work

  • Good problem-solving skills with a solid analytical approach

  • An enquiring mind with a real what, why & how attitude

  • Good communication skills

  • Confident in using hand tools and have a real hand

    on approach

  • Ability to plan and organise workload effectively

  • Reliable, proactive and able to use own imitative

  • Possesses a strong, positive work ethic with a ‘can do’ approach

  • An advocate for working collaboratively within the team to achieve goals

  • Demonstrates a strong customer focus through good communication and interpersonal skills

  • Dependable, enthusiastic and willing to learn

  Benefits:

  When you put the effort in, we give it back. Start with a competitive salary, add in a world-class wellbeing programme (including a free on-site gym), delicious, subsidised food, and private medical cover - all on our state of the art factory powered by 100% renewable energy. You’ll have everything you need to thrive both inside and outside of work.

  How to apply:

  • Submit your CV and cover letter as a single PDF to our Workday portal

  • Complete our application form

• About the company

  Mercedes-Benz, a brand of the Mercedes-Benz Group, has been involved in Formula One as both team owner and engine manufacturer for various periods since 1954.

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