A350 Family Chief Engineer’s Team Placement (12.5 months)

Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 12.5 months

Applications close: 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.

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:

The A350 Chief Engineer’s Team is looking for a great intern to join our friendly, self-motivated team. In the UK we look after the design and development of the A350 Wing, Landing Gear, Fuel system & Fuel Tank Flammability Reduction system.

We are primarily accountable for the airworthiness and safety of all these areas.

We lead aircraft development projects by specifying technical requirements, managing engineering teams to deliver “best for aircraft” solutions and solving problems. We also actively support aircraft being assembled and those operating in-service - you will be working with us as a full member of the team.

What you will be doing:

Success in this role will be largely down to you, but typically you will be:

• Working with the Chief Engineering team on product evolution of the A350 family by defining aircraft technologies and requirements, attending regular team meetings, and contributing to product development ideas and projects.
• Working on a range of aircraft build and in-service issues where a problem-solving approach will be required.
• Liaising with teams like Engineering, Safety & Procurement to deliver integrated solutions.
• Improving the teams’ processes via internal projects.
• Developing yourself – enhancing your confidence, leadership, communication skills, technical capability and team working.
• Gaining a top-level appreciation of aircraft development and an understanding of the decision-making processes involved in complex aerospace industry projects.
• Having flexibility and ownership on tasks across a range of disciplines through the support of the Fuel Systems, Wing Structure, and Landing Gear Chief Engineers.

You will work with a highly experienced team who will both pass on knowledge to you and will expect to listen and learn from your contributions and experiences.

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 must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards a relevant Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Excellent written and spoken English with the ability to summarise complex issues and communicate clearly, both in verbal and written forms as well as in front of audiences.
• An understanding of project management with the ability to prioritise tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
• An empathetic person capable of building relationships, self-reflecting and listening.
• Comfortable with taking the initiative and working with an open scope.
• Comfortable to ask questions and to share their opinions and make proposals in a group setting.
• Prepared and able to travel between European sites, if required.

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.

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.

The Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Internship

Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Support to Management

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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.

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