Digital Wing Engineering Placement (12.5 months)

Airbus; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

Airbus is offering an internship in the Wing Architecture and Integration team based primarily in Filton, UK. The 12.5‑month placement combines hands‑on design work with digital transformation and data analytics across wing programs.

You will develop learning journeys toward configuration management, digital mock-ups, and automation, applying Python, Java, GScript, and C++ skills while collaborating in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate status for whole duration of placement.
• Degree in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent is expected.
• Shows proactive attitude and willingness to contribute ideas.
• Programming and optimisation skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop digital solutions across wing-related disciplines.
• Engage in configuration management and digital mock-up processes.
• Apply automation using Python, Java, GScript, and C++ to improve design and stress workflows.
• Contribute to digital transformation within the wing and airframe teams.
• Perform data analytics on Skywise, Google Studio, and Airbus platforms.
• Explore machine learning on various platforms.
• Utilise VR/AR techniques to support design and validation.

Skills

Python

Java

GScript

C++

Data analytics

Machine learning

AR/VR

Cloud-based apps

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Aeronautical engineering (undergraduate)

Tools

Skywise

Google Studio

Airbus internal platforms

Job description

Job Description

Start date: 16 August 2027. Location: Filton, Bristol. 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
• Half day Fridays!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us

Join the Wing Architecture and Integration team, where we are at the forefront of Airbus wing concept design. Our work spans the full spectrum of Airbus commercial wing designs, from supporting current solutions to developing improvements through process digitalization. This is an important part of shaping the future of environmentally sustainable aircraft. We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who is not afraid to be constructively disruptive and help us redefine the way we work. As we continue our digital journey, we need a unique skill set to guide us and show us a different way of doing things.

The Airbus Engineering Structures Wing organization is a transnational team with sites in the UK, France, and Germany. This position is primarily based in Filton, UK, where a community of over 400 engineers collaborates on the design and manufacture of wings for all Airbus commercial aircraft. Our work covers all major aircraft programs—A220, Single Aisle, Long Range, A350, A380, and A400m—and we are also actively engaged in research and development for new aircraft configurations to enable more efficient and environmentally sustainable aviation.

What you will be doing

As a student engineer you will develop the digital solutions needed across a wide range of more traditional disciplines within the wing business.

During this placement, the activities you may undertake will include:

• Develop your learning journey towards Configuration management and Digital Mock up and processes;
• Applying Python, Java, GScript, C++ based Automation in order to improve design and stress processes;
• Influence Digital Transformation within the wing and airframe organisations;
• Perform Data Analytics on Skywise, Google Studio and internal platforms developed by Airbus;
• Develop machine learning algorithms on various platforms;
• Use of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) techniques;
• Support the move from Server Based Microsoft Applications to Cloud Based Google Applications.

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.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards a degree in Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent;
• Positive and proactive attitude towards work;
• Good problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude and not afraid to propose new ideas;
• Programming and optimisation skills would be beneficial;
• Languages and experience of a wide range of cultures is beneficial;
• You are someone who collaborates well within a team.

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.

Contact

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Company Information

Company: Airbus Operations Limited. Employment Type: Internship. Experience Level: Student. Job Family: Structure Design & Integration.

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