Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12.5-month placement at Airbus in Broughton, North Wales, starting 16 August 2027.
- Earn £24,246 per year while supporting wing manufacturing enablement and project management.
- Gain experience in operational processes, project management, data analysis, and continuous improvement.
- Must be an undergraduate studying a relevant Business degree for the entire placement duration.
- Applications close on 25 October 2026.
About the Role
About the Placement
This is a 12.5-month full-time placement at Airbus in Broughton, North Wales, starting on 16 August 2027.
About the Team
You will join the Supply and Support (ISS) business, which is responsible for panel machining, treatments, and stringer machining and treatments. This department takes raw aluminium billets and produces wing panels, which are crucial components at the beginning of the manufacturing process.
What You Will Be Doing
Key activities include:
- Supporting lineside enablement teams and operational teams to understand processes and procedures for wing manufacture.
- Attending high-level reviews, producing progress reports, key performance indicators, and delivery measures, and identifying continuous improvements.
- Providing support to the ISS management team leaders.
- Undertaking improvement projects, involving end-to-end project management and demonstrating benefits.
- Analyzing data to identify opportunities for improvements and development.
- Working on a risk and opportunity tracker/process, supporting build rate increases by ensuring headcount security, asset capability, and future-proofing performance.
- Digitally enhancing processes and contributing to a 10-year vision for the department.
- Spending a day in the life of senior leaders.
Requirements
- You must be an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement.
- Studying towards a relevant Business or related degree.
- A drive to support daily operational activities and identify opportunities and risks.
- Confidence to work in a demanding operational environment.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to undertake stakeholder management.
- Knowledge of Google tools.
- Motivated and enthusiastic, always looking for opportunities.
- Organised and proactive.
Benefits
- Salary: £24,246 per year
- 35 hours per week
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working options available
- Half day Fridays
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
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.
Application Process
Applications close on 25 October 2026.
Your application should include a CV and a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
Note: You can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time.