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Space Software Engineering Placement (12 months)

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Airbus

8d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate studying Software Engineering, have coding experience, be curious about space, and fluent in English. Security clearance eligibility is required.
  • You will design, develop, document, and test code, collaborate in a multi-developer team, research technologies, pair program, and contribute improvement ideas in a transnational setting.

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:
  • Studying towards a degree in Software Engineering
  • Experience in software engineering, some coding
  • Curious and interested in Space
  • Fluent in the English language (both oral and written)
  • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • - Given documentation to learn and understand the code base which you will be working on
  • - Designing, developing, documenting and testing code which you have written under the supervision of experienced engineers
  • - Involvement within a multi-developer team
  • - Researching and utilising cutting-edge technologies
  • - Pair programming with an experienced developer
  • - Experiencing the full-stack of software development opportunities as a valued team member
  • - You will contribute on improvement ideas within a transnational organisation

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for 12 months.

When does the placement start?

The placement starts on 21st July 2025.

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is located in Stevenage.

What is the salary for this placement?

The salary for this placement is £22,250.

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 application closing date?

The application closing date is not specified; however, it is encouraged to apply early as the advert may close once sufficient applications are received.

What are the benefits offered with this placement?

Benefits include flexible working hours, hybrid working, half-day Fridays, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

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

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

Is prior experience in software engineering required?

Some experience in software engineering and coding is required.

What are the security clearance requirements for this role?

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

Is a cover letter required for the application?

Yes, a cover letter must be included for the application to be considered.

What skills are preferred for candidates applying for this placement?

Candidates should be studying towards a degree in Software Engineering, have experience in software engineering, be curious about space, and be fluent in English (oral and written).

Can I request adjustments during the application process?

Yes, you can request adjustments such as accessible facilities, additional time for written exercises, or dietary requirements, and any information disclosed will be treated in strict confidence.

What is the job family for this role?

The job family for this role is Software Engineering.

Does Airbus support diversity and inclusion in hiring?

Yes, Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment, welcoming applications from all social and cultural backgrounds, ages, genders, disabilities, sexual orientations, or religious beliefs.

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