Apprentice – Research and Development

Job Title: Apprentice – Research and Development

Location: Yeovil

Start Date: 3 rd August 2026 aim

Job Summary:

As an Research and Development Apprentice at Honeywell, in Yeovil, you will be joining our dynamic Advanced Technology team. You will work alongside qualified and experienced Honeywell Advanced Technology Engineers to develop your engineering skills across research projects whilst undertaking part time academic studies at Yeovil College.

This role is part of our University Relations program, designed to help students and recent graduates launch their careers with hands‑on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within Honeywell. This apprenticeship is set up for a duration of 5 years with an aimed start date of 3 rd August 2026.

Honeywell:

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are used on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components. Our hardware and software solutions help create more fuel‑efficient aircraft, more direct and on‑time flights and safer skies.

Safer, More Fuel‑Efficient Flying and Innovations for the Future of Aviation.

Key responsibilities:

For this Degree level Electromechanical Engineer apprenticeship, Honeywell will provide you with the below, alongside a salary, with annual uplifts, and competitive benefits.

A level 6 (integrated degree) BEng Electromechanical engineering; BSc engineering, or another engineering degree, and a level 4 EAL Diploma in engineering and advanced manufacturing (development competence).

• You will focus on all aspects related to the requirements of technology research levels, to develop various types of aerospace technologies, from the conception of the idea to TRL6 which demonstrates real world operation and compliance of the technology.
• Throughout your apprenticeship you will being working on Novel aerospace technology research projects within the Advanced Technology team, covering Aircraft Systems, Design, Project Engineering, Test Engineering, Test Solution Design, Supplier Management, and more.
• Please note, this role will include some business travel in UK/EU/USA.

Key skills and qualifications:

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join us, people who are looking for an exciting career rather than just a job with the following:

• A provable passion for engineering, (this can be from work experience, your studies, or a hobby)
• A levels in 2 STEM related subjects a minimum of grade C
• GCSE or equivalent Science and Maths (Grade C/4)
• Business level written and verbal English language skills
• Full and permanent right to work in the UK

Live within an easy commute of our Yeovil offices

Our offer:

• Career Growth:
  Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities.
• Skill Development:
  Access to training and certifications.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Flexible working arrangements and support for combining work with education.
• Tech and Innovation:
  Access to modern tools, technologies, and innovative work environments.
• Company Culture:
  Sense of community, team‑building activities, and social events.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and make an impact!

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

• Job Identification 136215
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 03/02/2026, 11:05 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Building 197, Bunford Lane, Yeovil, Yeovil, SOMER, BA20 2YD
  , GB