Technology Intern - LMD Wire Placement 2027

GKN Aerospace; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary £24,500

Bonus £500

Hybrid working

25 days holidays

Pension scheme

International exposure

Job summary

GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre in Bristol invites applications for a Year in Industry internship. You will work on real projects in additive manufacturing (Laser Metal Deposition by wire) supporting long-term aerostructure applications using titanium alloys.

The role offers hands-on experience and mentorship from industry experts in a collaborative setting. The placement runs for 12 months with a start date around August/September 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be studying towards an undergraduate degree in any Engineering discipline or Material Science.
• Interest in additive manufacturing and aerospace.
• Willing to learn new technical skills, software and hardware.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team.
• Written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• As an Intern in Additive Manufacturing (DED), support the team in development and industrial implementation of LMDw technology.
• Contribute to research activities including material characterization, test campaigns and data analysis.
• Assist in design, process simulation, and potential production-state transition of new tech.
• Work autonomously on varied tasks and collaborate with UK and global teams.

Skills

CAD experience

Engineering mindset

Team collaboration

English communication

CAD packages

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Material Science

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre in Bristol is the company's flagship aerospace research and development hub, bringing together engineers, researchers and industry partners to develop next-generation aircraft technologies, advanced manufacturing processes and sustainable aviation solutions. It plays a key role in innovations such as lightweight composite structures, electrification, hydrogen-powered flight technologies and the decarbonisation of aerospace.

We are currently hiring for several years in industry internship opportunities at our Bristol GTC.

As a Year in Industry student, you'll have the opportunity to work on real projects that contribute to the future of aerospace. You'll gain hands‑on experience, receive support from industry experts, and develop valuable skills that will accelerate your career. Our interns make a genuine impact from day one and are trusted to contribute to meaningful work across the business.

• Location: GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre, Bristol, UK.
• Contract: 12-month industrial placement.
• Start Date: August/September 2027.

What You'll Be Doing

• As an Intern in Additive Manufacturing, specifically directed energy deposition (DED), you will support the wider team in our continued development and industrial implementation of GKN Aerospace proprietary additive technology, Laser Metal Deposition by wire (LMDw).
• We are focused on long term use for large (>1m), critical aerostructure applications, mainly using titanium alloys.
• In this role you will draw on your broad foundational knowledge of Engineering and Material Science, applying this knowledge on a range of research activities.
• It has the potential to cover a wide range of responsibilities, including aspects such as material characterization, test campaign definition, data analysis, component design, process simulation, industrial system modifications, robotics software development and/or transitioning new technology to an aerospace production state.
• This placement is most suited to someone looking for a varied placement who is a self-starter, and who can work autonomously.
• You will work alongside some of the UK’s leading minds in Additive Manufacturing, while having the chance to collaborate with other GKN Aerospace teams developing this technology across the globe.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for you to bring your best self, we believe we can add the most as an individual while being our true selves.

For this opportunity we're looking for candidates who have the following skills, experiences, or education:

Knowledge and Education

• Must be studying towards an undergraduate degree in any Engineering discipline or Material Science.
• An enthusiasm for additive manufacturing linked with an interest in aerospace.
• Eager to learn new technical skillsets, both software and hardware.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English, coupled with good IT skills.
• Experience with CAD packages (CATIA, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, SolidWorks).

Functional Behaviours & Capabilities

• Eager to learn new technical skillsets, both software and hardware.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team.
• Written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience with coding (C++, python…) and machine learning.
• Practical hands‑on manufacturing experience.

What we’re looking for above most other things is a genuine interest and passion for aerospace.

What We'll Offer

We have an opportunity available for aspiring engineers to join our LMDw team on a year-long placement for academic year 26/27. The expected start date is the middle of August/September 2027.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in innovative aerospace projects, develop cutting-edge technologies, and gain experience that could define your career.

Here’s what to look forward to when you join us:

• A starting salary of £24,500, plus a starting bonus of £500 and generous benefits package.
• A welcoming year in industry intern community.
• Opportunities for international exposure and collaboration.
• Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at early on a Friday.
• Hybrid working.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• An industry leading pension scheme; 1.5 x employee contribution (max 12%).
• 8x salary life assurance scheme.
• Income protection.
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment.

What To Expect in The Selection Process

Through this process we try to utilise humans in the process as much as we can. Here’s what to expect:

• 2. The successful candidates will take part in an online assessment if you meet the initial eligibility criteria. Once you've been sent the link you will have 2 weeks to complete the assessment.
• 3. Dependent on volume of applications we may ask you to complete a one‑way video interview on VidCruiter.
• 4. Join us at our Assessment Centre at the Global Technology Centre in Bristol, to be held on 2nd or 3rd of February 2027. This is where you will get the chance to showcase your skills and potential.
• 5. Begin your journey with us in August/September 2027, as part of our Global Technology Centre Year in Industry Intern Programme.

Please note that GKN Aerospace reserves the right to change this process if we feel it will benefit our hiring process. This will be communicated to any relevant candidates as necessary.

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.