Landing Gear Technical Engineering Placement (12.5 months)

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking an undergraduate Engineering intern for a 12.5-month placement in Bristol. The role involves working on landing gear systems, developing predictive maintenance algorithms, and collaborating with experienced engineering teams. Candidates must be pursuing a relevant degree and possess programming and modeling skills. Competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working hours.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Half day Fridays

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of commitment and proactivity.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced teams on predictive maintenance algorithms.
• Consult with experts during system design validation.
• Develop relationships with in-service and production teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Programming in Python

Data analysis

Education

Studying towards a degree in Engineering or related

Tools

CATIA

Matlab/Simulink

ADAMS

Job description

Overview

Job Description: Start date: 17 August 2026. Location: Filton, Bristol. Duration: 12.5 months. Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however 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: £23,400; 35 hours per week; Flexible working hours; Hybrid working; Half day Fridays. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

About us: Are you looking for the ideal start to your career with an exciting, global company? Are you passionate about engineering and love understanding how things work? Are you interested in developing solutions for the future environmentally sustainable aircraft?

Role context

If so, joining Landing gear within the Airbus Programme could be the ideal start to your career. Landing Gear Engineering is part of the wider Systems Centre of Competence (CoC), providing Airbus Commercial with excellence in Landing Gear definition, integration, industrialisation and in-service support. A complex area of aerospace engineering, Landing Gear engineering comprises control systems, mechanical systems & structures, integrated into the overall aircraft design for the key functions of take off, landing and taxiing. A significant proportion of Landing Gear activities are focused on aircraft programmes including A350XWB, A320 family, A330 family and A380 aircraft, with notable focus on Research & Technology (R&T) for future aircraft development, capability/tool development and data science.

What you will be doing

You will be given the opportunity to work with experienced teams across the Airbus aircraft family, from new development through to in-service aircraft, as well potentially working alongside suppliers, customers and manufacturing assembly. You are expected to contribute to the creation of optimum solutions for the landing gear product, to own projects where possible and to support on-going activities. You will also join our early careers community who support your professional development and help you integrate into life in the vibrant city of Bristol.

• Working in a collaborative team to help build predictive maintenance algorithms which aim to increase aircraft availability and reliability using data analytics methods and machine learning within our big data platform, Skywise.
• Consulting with experts during the validation and verification of systems design by defining requirements at system and equipment level prior to testing, completed through models, simulations and test rigs.
• Developing relationships with in-service and production teams to investigate and evaluate the stress experienced by a damaged component or providing feedback to the Final Assembly Line, enabling efficiency improvements.
• Building collective knowledge in the team, problem solving, reporting findings, and presenting progress and results to stakeholders to enable teamwork across functions and sites.

We tailor the work based on previous experience, interests and development needs to maximise value to the business.

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 able to demonstrate the following

• Studying towards a degree in Engineering (or in combination with another) such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems and Mechatronics, as well as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science and Analytics.
• Computer aided design e.g. CATIA.
• Use of modelling tools such as ADAMS, Matlab/Simulink, Fluent.
• Programming experience in Python, R, C/C++, Java, JavaScript.
• Knowledge of data analysis/science theory and tools.
• Inquisitive mindset with good problem solving skills.
• High level of commitment and proactivity, taking ownership of projects.
• Willing to learn from mistakes and channel feedback into personal development.
• Demonstrating tenacity, resilience and perseverance when faced with adversity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of 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.

Additional information

Please let us know if you need any adjustments to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Operations Limited. Employment Type: Experience Level: Student. Job Family: Fluid & Hydromechanics, Thermal. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, or belief. Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all and will never ask for monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support flexible working arrangements where possible to stimulate innovative thinking.