Filton Plant Performance Improvement Placement (12.5 months)

Prestwick Aerosystems; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £24,246 per year

35 hours per week

Flexible working hours

Hybrid options

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Filton near Bristol is offering an Undergraduate Internship in Business Operations, Performance Improvement. You will analyse plant performance, help drive efficiencies and support projects to reduce waste.

The role requires studying for a degree in Business, Engineering or a technical field, with strong communication, presentation skills, and an interest in coding. Hybrid working options are available and a supportive team environment is provided.

Qualifications

• Undergraduates only for the full duration of the placement.
• Studying towards a degree in Business, Engineering, or a technical field.
• Good communication and presentation abilities.
• Confidence to lead sessions and present.
• Interest in coding and digital tools.
• Desire to work in an open, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain performance dashboards using data analytics to track metrics.
• Support regular business reporting and data analysis.
• Lead or assist ad hoc improvement projects in the plant environment.
• Provide daily operational support to improve departmental efficiency.
• Analyze data to build business cases for efficiency gains and cost savings.
• Assist with deployment of digital tools on the shop floor for better data capture.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance to drive improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Interest in coding

Self-development

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027 Location: Filton, Bristol Duration: 12.5 months Applications close on 25 October 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:

Are you passionate about working on strategic projects that support both short and long-term business needs? Do you want to help our Operations teams adopt best practices and innovative solutions to drive continuous improvement? If you are looking to gain experience in a leading aerospace industrial environment, then this internship is for you! An exciting internship has become available within the Business Operations, Performance Improvement team at Airbus Filton. Our department is a close-knit team dedicated to providing excellent support to the Filton Plant, which includes the A400M Wing, the A350 Equipped Gear Beam, and the Wing Technology Development Centre. Our purpose is to drive continuous business improvement. As a Business Operations Intern, you will be analysing the performance of the plant and supporting new, innovative projects to drive performance, efficiencies and eliminating waste. You will drive improvements in key areas such as Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and Environmental impact.

What you will be doing:

• Performance Dashboard Creation: Developing and maintaining dashboards using data analytics to track key operational metrics;
• Business Reporting Support: Assisting the team with regular business reporting requirements and data analysis;
• Improvement Project Management: Leading or supporting ad-hoc improvement projects within the plant environment;
• Daily Operational Support: Working directly with the Business Improvement Manager to support daily activities and departmental efficiency;
• Efficiency & Analytics: Analysing data to create business cases regarding AHPS (Attendance Hours Per Ship) reduction, focusing on the trade-off between investments and potential savings;
• Digital toolset Deployment: Assisting with the development and rollout of digital tools on the shop floor to improve data reporting, capture Health & Safety risks, and align with Airbus Operating System (AOS) standards;
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engaging with teams across Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance to drive industrial improvements.

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.

• Studying towards a degree in Business, Engineering, a Technical field, or equivalent;
• The ability to communicate effectively;
• The ability to collate robust and informative presentations;
• The confidence to lead key sessions and present accordingly;
• An interest in coding and digital tools;
• A strong interest in self-development;
• The desire to work in an open and trusting environment.

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.

Company: Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type: Internship

Experience Level: Student

Job Family: Improvement & Performance Management

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.

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.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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