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Spacecraft Engineering and Operations Placement (12 months)

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Airbus

10d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate in Science, Maths, or Engineering, have coding skills, teamwork ability, and a keen interest in Aerospace. Security clearance eligibility is required.
  • You will analyze sub-systems, assist in telemetry and software tasks, assess operations, write recovery procedures, and engage in various technical activities to develop your interests.

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:
  • - Studying towards a Science, Maths or Engineering degree;
  • - Experience using software coding skills;
  • - Ability to work in a team;
  • - Keen interest in Aerospace.
  • - SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • - Gain experience in a variety of technical areas in the Space Directorate
  • - Be exposed to different types of task in a given area (e.g., analysis of spacecraft/ground sub-systems, report writing, anomaly investigation)
  • - Gain an appreciation of the range of technical activities conducted in the company
  • - Develop insight into where their future interests lie
  • - Work in a quality company that promotes best practice and supports their professional development
  • - Ultra High Frequency (UHF) sub-system analysis and future operation
  • - Telemetry analysis and software development
  • - Routine operations assessment and improvement
  • - Recovery procedure writing and validation

FAQs

What is the duration of the placement?

The duration of the placement is 12 months.

When is the start date for the internship?

The start date for the internship is 21st July 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Chippenham.

What is the salary for this placement?

The salary for this placement is £22,250.

How many hours will I be working each week?

You will be working 37 hours per week.

Are there any flexible working options available?

Yes, there are flexible working hours and a half-day on Fridays.

What type of degree do I need to apply for this internship?

You need to be studying towards a Science, Maths, or Engineering degree to apply for this internship.

Do I need to include a CV and cover letter with my application?

Yes, it is mandatory to include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.

Is this internship open to anyone?

No, the placements are open to Undergraduates only, and candidates must remain undergraduates for the entire duration of the placement.

Are there opportunities to rotate through different assignments?

Yes, the intern will have the opportunity to rotate through up to 5 assignments over the course of the year.

Will I need to undergo any security checks?

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

Is there an application closing date?

The job encourages applicants to apply early, and the application will close as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Does Airbus promote a diverse and inclusive work environment?

Yes, Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment for all applicants.

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