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Airbus

A400M Safety Engineering Placement (12 months)

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

Job Description:

Start date: 19 July 2027

Location: Brize Norton

Duration : 12 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

*subject to completing full hours prior to this

ABOUT US

Let's redefine what’s possible. You will join the Safety & Compliance team based at RAF Brize Norton , becoming part of the support network for the A400M "Atlas"-the most advanced, proven, and certified airlifter available today. You will act as a critical part of the team supporting flight operations, maintaining safe aircraft and delivering armed forces projects globally. Our team is responsible for managing the Quality and Safety Management Systems . We ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards, meet customer requirements, and incorporate industry best practices. Our goal is to implement a framework where Quality and Safety become cross-functional responsibilities, driving better standards across all teams within Airbus Military UK. Airbus provides a truly inclusive work environment supported by several Employee Representative Groups, including those focused on Gender, LGBTQ+, International backgrounds, Generational gaps, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, and Neurodiversity.

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What you will be doing:


How you will contribute to the team:
  • Promoting safe ways of thinking and safety ideas within the organisation;
  • Data Analysis of safety occurrences and compliance issues to identify the root causes;
  • Identify and problem solving of maintenance issues to stop them reoccurring;
  • Data Trending to identify areas of improvement and present to the wider Airbus Engineering Community;
  • Occasional travel to other UK sites.

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 will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Studying towards a bachelor degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent for the whole duration of the placement;
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools;
  • Understanding of data trending, analysis and general engineering practices;
  • Holding a full UK driving licence and having access to a car is beneficial for this location.

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.

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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:
Quality Assurance

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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