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Satellite Software Design Placement (12 months)

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Airbus

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Portsmouth
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate in Software Engineering or related field, proficient in C/Python, and keen on digital tech. You’ll need creativity, teamwork skills, and eligibility for UK security clearance.
  • You will develop and validate control software, integrate it with satellite hardware, and create simulation models for satellite digital systems.

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.
  • Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
  • Working towards a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline with a strong software content;
  • Proficiency in C, Python or similar software programming languages;
  • Enthusiasm for digital electronic technologies;
  • Initiative to find creative solutions to complex technical problems;
  • Desire to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary engineering team environment;
  • Quick learner, capable of absorbing a wide range of skills and expertise.
  • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • - Control software development and validation
  • - Integration of software with satellite digital hardware
  • - Simulation modelling of satellite digital systems.

FAQs

What is the duration of the placement?

The placement duration is 12 months.

When does the placement start?

The placement starts on 21st July 2025.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located in Portsmouth.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 37 hours per week, with flexible working hours and half-day Fridays.

What is the salary for this placement?

The salary for this placement is £22,250.

What type of candidates are eligible to apply for this placement?

This placement is open to undergraduates only, and candidates must remain undergraduates for the entire duration of the placement.

What are the required qualifications for applicants?

Applicants should be working towards a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with a strong software content.

What programming languages should candidates be proficient in?

Candidates should be proficient in C, Python, or similar software programming languages.

Is there a need for security clearance for this position?

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

What kind of projects will interns be involved in?

Interns will be involved in a flight programme as part of a multi-disciplinary team, working on software development, validation, integration with satellite digital hardware, and simulation modelling of satellite digital systems.

Is there a requirement for a CV and cover letter?

Yes, candidates must include their CV and a cover letter for their application to be considered.

Can applicants request adjustments during the application process?

Yes, applicants can request adjustments, and any disclosed information will be treated in strict confidence.

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