Industrial Quality Engineering Placement

Job Description:

Start date:

16 August 2027

Location:

Broughton, North Wales Duration: 12.5 months Applications close on 27 September 2026! We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

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• Salary: £24,246
• 35 hours per week
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options available depending on the role
• Half day Fridays!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

At Airbus Broughton, we don't just build wings; we are engineering the future of flight. As a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, our facility is the engine behind the wing sections for the A320, A330, and A350. Our work spans the entire manufacturing journey, utilizing state-of-the-art automated skin-milling, precise sub-assembly, and rigorous final testing. We are also proud to be pioneers of the 'Wing of Tomorrow' program, where we are actively developing the next generation of aerospace technology.

We believe our greatest strength is our team, and we empower our employees through world-class apprenticeships and continuous upskilling.

• Carrying out investigations and root cause analysis into reported quality issues supporting operational teams across multiple Airbus sites;
• Ensuring that appropriate corrective and preventative actions are taken by the accountable department by working as part of multifunctional teams in line with Quality rules and standards;
• Delivering changes, best practices, synergies and promoting business excellence by working with the Quality transnational teams to deploy harmonised processes;
• Familiarisation with digital tools including Google Suite and big data tools to analyse non-conformance data in order to support non-conformance reduction;
• Opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of our wing product working as part of one of our lineside teams.

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.

* Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
* Successful candidates will be studying towards a degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Manufacturing Engineering and be someone who demonstrates:

• Passion about Airbus and the aviation industry
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Collaborates well within a team
• Ability to adapt quickly

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.

# 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.

Company:
Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Internship ------- Experience Level: Student Job Family:
Quality Assurance

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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. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.

As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to  At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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