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Your Role

Job Description:

As an Airbus Operating System (AOS) placement student you will, during your program, develop your lean process knowledge through the application of the Airbus Operating System into the A320 & A350 production lines working in collaboration with experienced change management professionals. 

What You’ll Do

During this placement, the activities you may undertake will include:

• You will conduct a detailed Value Stream Analysis with both operational and functional teams to improve the flow of the product through the factory
• You will facilitate continuous improvement activities such as Kaizens to identify and remove waste from the industrial system
• You will coach both operational and functional leaders to drive standards into the way the company works
•  You will have the opportunity to work autonomously as a Change Agent within a specific business area, whilst also gaining exposure to various product lines

About You

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Undergraduate students
• Studying towards a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of Lean Management
• Strong ability to work well in a team
• Innovative mindset with creativity & strong analytical skills
• Self-motivated in managing personal time, goals, and objectives
• Focus on removal of non-value added activities with a strive for efficiency
• Able to work autonomously, recognizing when support is required and seeking advice when necessary
• Have a customer focus and the ability to integrate well into the business
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations & deliver on commitments
• Confident & resilient with the ability to challenge the status quo with blue-sky thinking
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present to a variety of audiences

Compensation & Benefits

The salary for this role is £21,900. In addition to this, you’ll receive: 

• Flexible working hours
• Half-day Fridays! 
• 25 days holiday
• Bank holiday

Training & Development

With an industry placement, you will better understand how each business area contributes to the vision of being pioneers in sustainable aerospace for the future. You'll work with talented and inspired people who are passionate about their job and determined in what they do. You will become part of a community of apprentices, interns, and graduates who will support you during your Airbus journey, establish new networks, and make new friends along the way.

Career Progression

Whether an Industry Placement with Airbus would be your first corporate job or your seventh, you’ll gain a year's experience in your chosen area with a multinational company. You will work closely with teams to pioneer the future of aerospace, whether designing aircraft or supporting business operations. You’ll be able to use your experience to join the Airbus Global Graduate Programme after you graduate.

How to Apply

Application Process:

• Apply online
• Fulfill the requirements
• Demonstrate your potential
• Take your time to apply

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/interns/uk-industry-placement
• youtube.com/@airbus