Electrical Systems Placement

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

Start date: Jul/Aug 2021

Location: Stevenage

To stay on top, Airbus recognises the importance of supporting high-achieving and talented undergraduates. We do this through offering challenging placement opportunities during which your skills and potential are fully maximised.

Airbus Placement Years provide exceptional opportunities to young graduates to develop their technical skills by working side by side with our professional engineers. With Airbus, you can create and contribute to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. As an Airbus Defence & Space Electrical Systems placement student, you’ll work in a function tied to your studies in major space engineering domain such as Power system, Harness design, On Board Date Handling, RF- Communication, etc. Join us in building the future of aerospace.

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

Tasks:

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Support to early concept studies, including RF link budget assessment, data handling, and power and energy balance of the spacecraft.

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Work on an Research & Development Project

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Design wiring architecture, harnesses, and physical wire routing installations.

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Develop and validate electromagnetic requirements for units and electrical systems

Skills

Please note, we love your interest in working for Airbus but we do ask that you make only one application. We encourage you to take time to decide which of our exciting opportunities is right for you and then submit an application that best represents you, your skills and experience in connection with the role you have selected.

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

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following;

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Currently studying a degree that covers one or more of the following electrical disciplines

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Power analysis and energy balance, including sizing and selection of Solar Array, batteries and Power Conditioning & Distribution system

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RF Communications

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EMC 

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Data handling and communication protocols, including storage and transfer of information

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MATLAB/Simulink modelling/ C/C++

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Advanced Excel skills (i.e. Formatting, VBA & Macros, etc.)

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A keen interest and passion for space and the industry

Please ensure that a covering letter detailing motivations and suitability for this position is included in your application.

Contact

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities; additional time for written exercises; auxiliary aids; room layout; dietary requirements etc. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email interns@airbus.com . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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.

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.

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. This information will only be used by Airbus.
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.