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Wing Structure Analysis Placement (12.5 months)

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Airbus

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Bristol
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate in Aerospace Engineering, possess structural design knowledge, problem-solving skills, and ideally programming experience. Team collaboration and UK security clearance eligibility are required.
  • You will solve structural analysis problems, perform FEM analysis, document findings, communicate with mentors, support wing design, and set personal development goals.

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.
  • The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
  • Studying towards a degree in Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent;
  • Some knowledge of overall aircraft structural design principles and techniques;
  • Good problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude;
  • Not afraid to propose new ideas to solve problems;
  • Programming and optimisation skills would be beneficial;
  • Languages and experience of a wide range of cultures is beneficial;
  • You are someone who collaborates well within a team.
  • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • - Solving structural analysis problems within Static Stress, F&DT and FEM, through the use of appropriate AIRBUS methods, processes and tools. This will include extracting information from previous analysis and/or carrying out FEM analysis and performing calculations to justify structural performance;
  • - Creating appropriate documentation;
  • - Communicating your analysis to mentors and/or more senior engineers;
  • - Contributing to structural sizing and trade studies to support the wing design;
  • - You will be involved in the dynamic process of aircraft wing modifications, which will require alignment and integration between different teams;
  • - Next to your everyday work, you will also be asked to outline a set of personal development goals, which can include anything from learning Java or Python to networking and discovering how the business works.

FAQs

What is the start date for the Wing Structure Analysis Placement?

The start date for the Wing Structure Analysis Placement is 18th August 2025.

How long is the duration of the internship?

The duration of the internship is 12.5 months.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located in Filton, Bristol.

What is the salary for this position?

The salary for this position is £21,900.

What are the working hours for this internship?

The working hours are 35 hours per week, with flexible working hours and half-day Fridays.

Is this position open to graduate students?

No, this position is only open to undergraduates who will remain so for the entire duration of the placement.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should be studying towards a degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent and have some knowledge of overall aircraft structural design principles and techniques.

Are programming skills necessary for this role?

While programming and optimisation skills are beneficial, they are not mandatory for this role.

What type of projects will interns work on?

Interns will work on Static Stress, Fatigue and Damage Tolerance (F&DT), and FEM analysis, as well as contributing to structural sizing and trade studies to support wing design.

Is there an application closing date for this position?

The application closing date is not specified, but candidates are encouraged to apply early as adverts may close once sufficient applications are received.

Will there be opportunities for personal development during the internship?

Yes, interns will be asked to outline personal development goals, which can include learning new programming languages and networking.

What kind of team environment can interns expect?

Interns can expect a collaborative team environment with opportunities to interact with various teams and be mentored by engineers from diverse backgrounds.

Does Airbus support workforce diversity and inclusivity?

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

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