Overview
Job Description: Start date: 20 July 2026. Location: Chippenham. Duration: 12 months. Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus. There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for; however, you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. Review all available opportunities and apply 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. Please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus before you apply. Apply early to avoid missing out; adverts may close once sufficient applications are received. Benefits: Salary: £23,850; 37 hours per week; flexible working hours; hybrid working; half-day Fridays; 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (subject to completing full hours). About us: Airbus Defence and Space is involved in numerous space projects with a focus on geostationary communications satellites and low Earth orbit missions.
What you will be doing
* Based at the Hawthorn site, the Space Directorate will have the opportunity to rotate through up to 5 assignments over a period of one year.
* Gain experience in a variety of technical areas in the Space Directorate.
* Be exposed to different types of tasks in a given area (e.g., analysis of spacecraft/ground sub-systems, report writing, anomaly investigation).
* Develop insight into where your future interests lie; work in a quality company that promotes best practice and supports professional development.
* The assignments offered will depend on projects in progress at the time and may depend on individual qualifications.
Representative examples
* 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.
Requirements
* Placements are open to Undergraduates only. It is mandatory to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement.
* Please inform your graduation date on your application. Include a CV and a Cover Letter outlining motivation and suitability for the role.
* You must be studying towards a Science, Maths or Engineering degree.
* Must have an interest in Space; be able to use varied software packages and preferably experience with Python.
* Good written and verbal skills; must be a team player.
Security Clearance
You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. Please let us know if you need adjustments to access and participate in the recruitment process.
Additional information
Contact: If you wish to discuss this further, please contact us. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity for the company’s success and sustainable growth.
Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited | Employment Type: Experience Level: Student | Job Family: Customer Flight/Mission & Ops Support. By submitting your CV or application you consent to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. Airbus is committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, or belief. Airbus is 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 should be reported to emsom@airbus.com. Where possible, Airbus supports flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
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