Job Description:
Start date: 18th August 2025
Location: Filton, Bristol
Duration: 12.5 months
Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.
Benefits:
Salary: £21,900
35 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holiday
About us:
An exciting opportunity to work in the Airbus Wing Research & Technology (R&T) Engineering team, based in Filton, UK. You will be part of a self-empowered and highly engaged team who are committed to developing novel solutions for our future aircraft to secure Airbus’ strategy on sustainability and low emission travel. We collaborate with other Airbus research teams from across Europe and are jointly developing wing technologies with selected industry partners from around the world.
What you will be doing:
You will have the opportunity to work on the Wing of Tomorrow Full Scale Static Test, including:
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Using Airbus methods and tools, including advanced FE models, to predict the behaviour of the test specimen;
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Correlating test results with predictions and drawing conclusions for the next phase of testing, and beyond;
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Working with the results of novel instrumentation techniques to gain understanding of the behavior of the wing and feeding that learning into future projects.
In addition to that, you will also support the development of novel composite wing box designs, working closely with other engineering functions and manufacturing colleagues.
Through these activities you will develop a good understanding of how we design, analyze and test Airbus wings. You will use cutting edge simulation tools and play a role in disseminating the learning to future R&T activities and projects.
Requirements:
Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.
Please ensure you include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
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Studying towards a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent;
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An interest in the development of composite and metallic aircraft structures, particularly the structural analysis of those structures;
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An interest in finding creative and practical solutions to complex problems;
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A proactive team player who is able to listen, understand and communicate in an open and trusting environment;
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A strong interest in developing themselves and others.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).
Contact:
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities; additional time for written exercises; auxiliary aids; room layout; dietary requirements etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Operations Limited
Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student
Job Family:
Structure & Dynamic Systems Analysis
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.
Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
