Physical Design Process, Methods, Tools and Data Stevenage Placement (12 months)

targetjobs UK; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Stevenage offers a 12-month internship in the Aerospace Mechanical Engineering Design Office. Start date 19 July 2027 and location Stevenage, with 37 hours per week and hybrid options depending on the role.

You will work on the Digital Design and Manufacturing Service (DDMS) improvement project, developing toolsets around 3DExperience and Catia V6, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to streamline operations and deliver a final department report.

Qualifications

• Undergraduates only for the entire placement.
• Familiarity with Dassault System tools (Catia V5/V6, Delmia, Apriso) preferred.
• Basic programming skills (VB, VB.net, PHP, MySQL, C#).
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Process Development: specifying and documenting changes to deploy new toolsets (3DExperience and Catia V6).
• Stakeholder Collaboration: work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to design leaner workflows.
• Digital Transformation: contribute to end-to-end process optimization through digitalisation.
• Reporting: prepare and present a final report to managers and key stakeholders.

Skills

CAD/CAM tools

Collaborative work

Stakeholder communication

Education

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Catia V5/V6

Delmia

Apriso

Job description

Job Description

Start date: 19 July 2027

Location: Stevenage

Duration: 12 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.

Benefits

• Salary: £24,500
• 37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• subject to completing full hours prior to this

About Us

At the Aerospace Mechanical Engineering Design Office, we provide the core engineering expertise behind every physical design, from concept to launch. We design and develop mechanical and thermal systems for diverse space projects, including Earth Observation, Science, Navigation, and Telecom missions.

From initial system synoptics to final specifications, our Mechanical Design Office (MDO) supports business units by managing equipment layout and RF connectivity, including waveguides and coaxial cabling. Using the Dassault suite (Catia), we specialize in 3D payload accommodation, detailed Radio Frequency (RF) routing, and comprehensive stress and thermal justification.

We collaborate closely with the Assembly, Integration, and Test department to create the assembly kits, installation drawings, and bills of materials that streamline our satellite production. Beyond design, we support testing readiness by developing jigs, MGSE, and non-flight RF hardware. We are also proud to be a key driver in our company’s digital transformation, leading the way in end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) flow and product data continuity.

What You Will Be Doing

The Physical Design PMTD team plays a pivotal role in the Digital Design and Manufacturing Service (DDMS) improvement project. This project is designed to deliver significant financial savings to the business by reducing waste and using digitalisation (digital transformation) as a key tool in improving end-to-end processes throughout the business.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Process Development: Specifying, developing, and documenting the process changes required to successfully deploy new toolsets, such as 3DExperience and Catia V6.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Working closely with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to design and implement leaner, more efficient workflows.
• Digital Transformation: Contributing to the wider business strategy by optimizing end-to-end processes through digitalization.
• Reporting: Concluding your placement by preparing and presenting a final report to department managers and key stakeholders to showcase your findings and project impact.

About You

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore, it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement.

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

• Ideally currently studying a Mechanical Engineering degree;
• Experience and knowledge of CAD/CAM tools, knowledge of the Dassault System tools (Catia V5 or V6, Delmia, Apriso) is preferred;
• Some programming skills (VB, VB.net, php, mysql, C#);
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and communicate confidently with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.

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.

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.

Company

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type

Internship

Experience Level

Student

Job Family

Sub-system development

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. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process.

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.