You will aspire to lead and support activities within the Satellite Electrical Engineering department such as spacecraft subsystem integration, functional and system testing, anomaly investigations, and initial test result analysis; as well as environmental testing and supporting spacecraft interface checks at the launch site.

You will work in a collaborative team environment, both locally and with transnational colleagues, focused on developing innovative test solutions and driving future innovation. We will support you to be in the driving seat of your development within Airbus.

We are a diverse and inclusive team and value different ways of thinking and working to get a technical solution. 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.

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:

• 96 UCAS points made up of A Levels or other relevant Level 3 qualifications (subject to validation) in a Science and Engineering field
• AND
• 5 GCSEs graded C/4 or above which must include English Language, Maths, and a Science subject

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• High level of practical `hands-on’ application of engineering;
• Good knowledge of programming and scripting, ideally in a variety of languages (C, Java, bash scripting etc.);
• A desire to understand how something works and devise innovative solutions to test it;
• Positive and proactive with a `can do’ attitude and a good team player;
• The ability to produce clear and accurate documentation and reporting;
• The ability to listen, understand and communicate information;
• The desire to work in a technical team environment;
• A strong interest in developing yourself;
• Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems;
• Able to make decisions based on evidence;
• The desire to work in an open and trusting environment;
• Willing to work flexibly and support occasional shift working;

Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved; Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

BOOST YOUR APPLICATION:

We want to get to know you—not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:

• Why Airbus and this apprenticeship?
• What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.
• What skills and experience do you bring?
• Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.

Important Information:

This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.

• GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
• 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.
• RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website.
• LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.

Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

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Contact:

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 via email apprentices@airbus.com​. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:

Apprenticeship

Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Support to Management

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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.

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