Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027

Location:  Broughton, North Wales 

Duration: 12.5 months

Applications close on 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.

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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:

At Airbus Broughton, we don't just build wings; we are engineering the future of flight. As a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, our facility is the engine behind the wing sections for the A320, A330, and A350. 

Our work spans the entire manufacturing journey, utilizing state-of-the-art automated skin-milling, precise sub-assembly, and rigorous final testing. We are also proud to be pioneers of the 'Wing of Tomorrow' program, where we are actively developing the next generation of aerospace technology. 

We believe our greatest strength is our team, and we empower our employees through world-class apprenticeships and continuous upskilling.

What you will be doing:

• Carrying out investigations and root cause analysis into reported quality issues supporting operational teams across multiple Airbus sites;

• Ensuring that appropriate corrective and preventative actions are taken by the accountable department by working as part of multifunctional teams in line with Quality rules and standards;

• Delivering changes, best practices, synergies and promoting business excellence by working with the Quality transnational teams to deploy harmonised processes;

• Familiarisation with digital tools including Google Suite and big data tools to analyse non-conformance data in order to support non-conformance reduction;

• Opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of our wing product working as part of one of our lineside teams.

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 will be studying towards a degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Manufacturing Engineering and be someone who demonstrates:

• Passion about Airbus and the aviation industry;

• Proficient oral and written communication skills;

• Collaborates well within a team;

• Ability to adapt quickly.

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.

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