Overview
Satellite Assembly Integration & Test Placement (12 Months) at Airbus Defence and Space. Start date: 20 July 2026. Location: Stevenage. Duration: 12 months.
What you will be doing
* Due to high workload, be self-motivating and capable of acting on your own initiative.
* Work across all projects to promote best practice and lead improvements.
* Visit cleanrooms and interact with engineers and technicians to gain hands-on experience in spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing.
* Learn details of how spacecraft are built, including planning routines, quality processes, and execution systems.
* Support a range of disciplines within Satellite AIT; activities may include planning mechanical tasks, debugging electrical procedures, forecasting workload and capacity, or developing tools.
* Understand potential career paths within Airbus and gain industry experience to support future study and employment opportunities.
* Receive guidance and supervision with a high degree of autonomy to develop each project.
Requirements
* Open to undergraduates only; must remain an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement. Please include graduation date in your application.
* Application should include a CV and a cover letter outlining motivation and suitability.
* Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering degrees are favoured; other engineering content degrees will be considered.
* Passion for creating tangible or digital things; demonstrate via interests and activities.
* Proficiency in Google Suite or MS Office.
* Ability to identify critical paths within schedules; logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
* Proactive mindset.
* Security clearance requirement: BPSS check; UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control may be required depending on role.
Benefits
* Salary: £23,850
* 37 hours per week; flexible working hours; half day Fridays
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
Employment Type: Internship
Experience Level: Student
Job Family: Manufacturing Engineering
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