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Space Graduate

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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: September 2021

Location: Hawthorn / Corsham

Application Deadline: 15th November 2020 – however roles may be closed sooner so apply early to avoid disappointment!

Our UK Graduate Programme provides exceptional graduates the opportunity to master managerial and technical skills. Over the two year period we will offer a combination of both focused formal training, as well as on-the-job learning and the chance to build your professional network.

The programme includes core technical and behavioural training elements that will form an integral part of your learning and help you become familiar with the company and its culture. The training provided will help to ensure you are ready and experienced enough to take the next step of your career following the programme's conclusion.

This is an opportunity for a graduate placement in the Secure Comms organisation within the Airbus Defence & Space Communications, Intelligence & Security (CIS) business line.

The Secure Comms organisation is responsible for the design, implementation and ongoing development of the network infrastructure that delivers satcom-enabled services to our customers in government, maritime and enterprise sectors. Its responsibilities include management and operation of the associated company-owned satellites.

The Space Directorate are involved in a wide range of activities offering opportunities for a graduate to gain experience. In particular:

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Space Engineering

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Payload Engineering

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Ground Engineering

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Spacecraft Operations

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Flight Dynamics

Tasks

Based at the Hawthorn site, the Space Directorate Graduate will have the opportunity to rotate through up to 5 assignments over a period of two years.  From the perspective of the individual, the anticipated benefits of this approach are that they will:

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Gain experience in a variety of technical areas in the Space Directorate

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Be exposed to different types of task in a given area (e.g., analysis of spacecraft/ground sub-systems, report writing, anomaly investigation);

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Gain an appreciation of the range of technical activities conducted in the company;

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Develop insight into where their future interests lie;

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Work in a quality company that promotes best practice and supports their professional development.

The assignments that will actually be offered will depend on the projects that are in progress at the time (and potentially the specific qualifications of the individual).  The following are representative examples:

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UHF sub-system analysis and future operation

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Telemetry analysis software development

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Routine operations assessment and improvement

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Recovery procedure writing and validation

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.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following;

A degree in Maths, Science or Engineering

The individual should:

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Be genuinely interested in a space based technical career;

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Be willing to learn;

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Be willing to take a systematic, logical and critical approach to their work;

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Be willing and able to pay attention to detail;

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Have good written and verbal communications skills.

Whilst not essential, practical experience gained in a technical environment (e.g. projects undertaken during their degree course) or as a voluntary activity or hobby would be desirable as an indicator of the individual’s interest in a practical as opposed to an academic career in science or engineering.

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

The successful candidate will be subject to UK National Security Clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs.

This role will be based in Hawthorn and will receive the full Airbus Defence & Space Graduate programme benefit package including an annual Salary of £27,000, plus a welcome payment of £2,000.

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 graduates@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.

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