IT Business Analyst Apprentice

About the Apprenticeship

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: TUESDAY 10TH FEBRUARY 2026

Ready to build something amazing

Our four-year Apprenticeship Programme at our East Cowes facility is your chance to dive into the world of cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering no experience needed. Youll learn by doing get paid while you train and grow your skills alongside experienced colleagues who will support you all the way.

At GKN Aerospace in partnership with the training provider QA and working in conjunction with the Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship Standard well teach you the skills you need to succeed combining online learning with hands-on experience in real industry-focused environments. With our expert support your curiosity and a can-do attitude theres no limit to what you can achieve.

Build Your Future in Aerospace!

Business Analysts are change professionals that help organisations deliver business and digital change successfully.

This developmental role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple business functions to understand the needs of stakeholders in departments such as IT Supply Chain Operations Quality and Commercial.

The successful candidate will be part of a team delivering IT solutions of the future you will support daily operations learn key systems and contribute to strategic improvement projects dont worry well teach you how!

This role is ideal for individuals seeking a long-term career in business systems or IT project management with opportunities to specialise or lead cross-functional initiatives. If you enjoy problem solving teamwork and making things happen this is your launch pad to a powerful future.

About you

• Willingness to Learn
  Youre open to new ideas ready to take on feedback and always looking to grow. You dont need to know everything now just be ready to learn and improve every step of the way.
• Positive Attitude
  You bring energy enthusiasm and a can-do mind set to whatever youre working on. Even when things get challenging you stay focused and keep pushing forward.
• Curiosity
  You like to ask questions explore how things work and understand the bigger picture. Youre interested in the details and eager to find out more.

Youll be part of a team thats got your back from day one with awesome people ready to support you guide you and celebrate your wins. Were all about creating a friendly inclusive space where everyone can learn grow and smash their goals.

To join us youll need:

Level 3 Qualification either:

• A-Levels (x3) Grades A to C including one of the following subjects: Maths Computer Science or Information Technology
• T-Level (Digital)
• Other relevant Level 3 Qualification

Plus

GCSEs or equivalent:

• Maths: Grade 9 4
• English: Grade 9 4
• Computer Science: Grade 9 4
• Plus Two more: Grade 9 4

If youve got the drive well help you build the skills

Whats in it for you

Throughout your apprenticeship you will rotate around the different business functions to learn and support daily operations to see how the business functions. Youll build the core skills knowledge and confidence you need to succeed in your apprenticeship and beyond.

At GKN Aerospace we commit to teaching and supporting you to:

• Work safely and accurately by following engineering instructions health & safety regulations and quality procedures well guide you every step of the way.
• Build strong technical hands-on skills in a live production setting learning how to contribute to high-performance aerospace manufacturing.
• Attend college or training sessions regularly complete assignments on time and apply what you learn in the workplace with our full support.
• Keep clear records of your work track your development and review progress regularly with our apprenticeship team helping you stay on course and grow.

Perks Youll Love!

• Starting salary between 16110 to 23555 (based on age-related national minimum wage; salary increased annually on completion of agreed targets).
• A 37-hour week with a half day finish on Fridays!
• 190 hours of holiday (plus bank holidays!)
• A top-tier pension scheme we boost your savings for the future
• Life assurance and income protection because your wellbeing matters
• Much much more!