Hybrid Optical & Satellite Communications Software Placement

Airbus; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Airbus Central Research & Technology in Filton, UK, offers an undergraduate placement in Communication Technologies focused on advanced optical connectivity and satellite communications. You will join a team delivering research and prototypes for future airborne and space systems.

The role requires active undergraduate enrollment for the placement duration, with opportunities to learn on the job, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to hardware-software integration in lab and outdoor

Qualifications

• Enrolment in an Engineering discipline (preferably Software, Electronics, RF systems).
• Experience with processors and microcontrollers (e.g., Raspberry Pi, Arduino).
• Good teamwork and strong written/oral communication; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design 3D-printed and CNC'ed parts for prototypes.
• Code and test software.
• Integrate hardware and assist trials in lab and field tests.

Skills

Engineering

Programming

Team player

Communication

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Raspberry Pi

Arduino

Job description

Airbus Central Research & Technology in Filton, UK, offers an undergraduate placement in Communication Technologies focused on advanced optical connectivity and satellite communications. You will join a team delivering research and prototypes for future airborne and space systems.

The role requires active undergraduate enrollment for the placement duration, with opportunities to learn on the job, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to hardware-software integration in lab and outdoor