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Manufacturing Engineering Placement (12.5 months)

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Airbus

11d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Engineering
  • Chester
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing an Engineering or Technical degree, be proficient with Microsoft and Google Tools, excel in teamwork and communication, and have a strong desire for self-development and problem-solving.
  • You will support technical issues, drive innovations, manage jigs, lead improvement projects, collaborate cross-functionally, solve recurrent problems, and optimize production efficiency.

Requirements

  • The job requirements extracted from the posting are as follows:
  • Studying towards a degree in Engineering, a Technical field, or equivalent
  • Good understanding of Microsoft and Google Tools
  • Team player
  • You have the ability to listen, understand and communicate information
  • You have a strong interest in developing yourself
  • You are interested in finding creative solutions to complex problems

Responsibilities

  • - Working daily to support and manage technical issues & continuous improvements
  • - Drive innovations and new technologies
  • - Manage Outstanding Work, maintenance, and issues or developments with jigs & tools
  • - Outstanding Work support, support functions roles in the continuous improvement routines of the production teams on site
  • - Working as part of a multi function team across the different variants and stages of build at Broughton
  • - Scoping and delivering improvement projects
  • - Supporting Wing of Tomorrow development with the AMRC (Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre)
  • - Shaping the future through digitalisation, product architecture and sustainability
  • - Identify, analyse & solve recurrent technical issues not directly manageable by the operators & FLM (First Line Manager)
  • - Provide an E2E (end to end) view at shop floor level within the production team
  • - Achieve optimised efficiency and work results through planning, production control and management of products and the design of processes
  • - Achieve the expected Industrial Excellence targets within this area by ensuring adherence and continuous improvement of operational process

FAQs

What is the start date for the Manufacturing Engineering Placement?

The start date for the Manufacturing Engineering Placement is 18th August 2025.

What is the duration of the placement?

The duration of the placement is 12.5 months.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located in Broughton, North Wales.

What is the salary for this placement?

The salary for the placement is £21,900.

How many hours per week will I be working?

You will be working 35 hours per week.

Are there any special benefits offered with this placement?

Yes, benefits include flexible working hours, half day Fridays, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

What type of candidates are eligible for this placement?

The placement is open to undergraduates only, and candidates must be an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement.

What should I include in my application?

You should include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

You should be studying towards a degree in Engineering, a Technical field, or an equivalent discipline.

Is security clearance required for this position?

Yes, candidates must be eligible to gain UK SC Security Clearance or will be subject to a BPSS check, including a criminal record check.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

Successful candidates should demonstrate a teamwork spirit, strong communication skills, a desire for personal development, and an interest in solving complex problems creatively.

What types of projects might I work on during the placement?

You may work on scoping and delivering improvement projects, supporting development initiatives, and analyzing and solving technical issues.

Will I receive training during the placement?

Yes, during the placement, you will develop various skills such as planning, project management, and supply chain integration.

Is there any specific software knowledge required for this position?

Yes, a good understanding of Microsoft and Google Tools is required.

Airbus

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays