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A320 Family Chief Engineers Placement (12.5 months)

Salary:  £24,246 per annum
Location:  Bristol, United Kingdom
Location flexibility:  4 office days / week
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Job Description

Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration : 12.5 months

Applications close on 27 September 2026 !

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time . We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/faqs#using-ai-in-your-application .

Benefits:

Salary: £24,246

35 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us:

Are you passionate about solving technical problems and eager to work on one of the world’s most successful products? Do you thrive on collaboration and connecting with diverse teams, cultures, and countries? Are you naturally curious and unafraid to challenge conventional thinking?

If so, we are looking for enthusiastic problem solvers to join our team for a year.

We are a team of 16 engineers from a range of different backgrounds, responsible for the Wing, Fuel System, and Landing Gear of the best-selling A320 family of aircraft . Our work involves continuously developing the A320 family while looking after a global fleet of over 10,000 aircraft. We accomplish this by collaborating with teams across all parts of Airbus, giving you a unique opportunity to gain wide-ranging experience within the company.

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What you will be doing:


As an intern in the UK Single Aisle Chief Engineers Team you will:
  • Gain in depth knowledge of aircraft development and see how the decision making processes works, in the aerospace industry;
  • Have flexibility and autonomy working on tasks across a range of disciplines through the support of the Fuel Systems, Wing Structure and Landing Gear Chief Engineering team;
  • Work on multiple projects with a large degree of variability, and demonstrate a quick learning curve and serious involvement in our team from day 1.

We are a highly experienced team excited to pass on knowledge and enthusiasm for the aerospace industry.

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.

*Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*

Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:

Essential:

  • Studying towards a degree with a numerate degree;
  • Be a competent user of Google Office;
  • Have proficient oral and written communication skills;
  • Be able to collaborate well within a team;
  • Interest in aircraft and passionate about learning;
  • Work on project teams in a way which is consistent with the company values;
  • Comfortable with taking the initiative and working independently to meet team objectives.
  • Problem solving mentality and a positive approach to finding solutions.

Useful:

  • Prepared to travel between UK and European sites, if required;
  • Additional languages;
  • Student membership of a relevant Institution (e.g., Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS); Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE); Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE); Institute of Material, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), or similar).

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

Contact

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student

Job Family:
Chief Engineering & Architecture

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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