Optical Communications and Power Beaming Engineering Placement (12.5 months)

Job Description

Job Description:

Start date: 18th August 2025

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 12.5 months

Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

Benefits:

Salary: £21,900

35 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us:

Are you looking for a work placement in the department "Communication Technologies" within Airbus Central Research and Technology in Filton, UK? Would you like to discover the work of advanced solutions for optical connectivity and wireless power beaming? Then apply now!

We at Airbus Central Research & Technology work on cutting edge technologies for future airborne and spaceborne systems, providing novel functionalities whilst reducing the environmental footprint of Airbus products and services. You will join the team of researchers actively driving optical communications for aeronautic and space systems in Filton, UK. You will make an impact on Airbus by cooperatively performing advanced research on optical communication and power beaming systems for our flying platforms. We collaborate with key players in the UK as well as the rest of Europe and the US.

What you will be doing:

The department "Communication Technologies" within Airbus Central Research and Technology is working on advanced solutions for optical airborne connectivity and wireless power beaming.

In this frame, you will work on the design of 3d printed and CNC'ed parts for prototype systems as well as code and test software, integrate hardware and assist with live trials in the lab and field test outdoors. You will assist team members in their daily tasks and have the opportunity to learn on the job about various scientific aspects of optics and radio-frequency systems.

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 must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards an Engineering degree (preferable in Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, Radio Frequency), or equivalent;

• Mechanical design skills and use of programs and techniques (ie. Autodesk, FreeCad);

• Knowledge on control theory and programming experience with microcontrollers (ie: Raspberry Pi, Arduino, etc.);

• You are a good team player, have excellent communication skills, and are able to work independently.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Contact:

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities; additional time for written exercises; auxiliary aids; room layout; dietary requirements etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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:

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