Cost Engineering Placement

Position: Cost Engineering Placement (12.5 months)
Location: West of England

## Cost Engineering Placement (12.5 months)
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October 25, 2026 (26 days left to apply): JR
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* Job Description:

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* Start date:

** 16 August 2027
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* Location:

** Filton, Bristol
** Duration:
** 12.5 months
** Applications close on 25 October 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.
** AI Guidance:
** We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus******.
**** Benefits:
** 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
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* About us:

** At Airbus, our team - Costing frequently receives questions such as: * “Let’s design a Hydrogen powered aircraft! How much would it cost to produce?” - Engineering.* “Which design is the best in terms of cost?” - Programme / Strategy.* “How can I factually challenge my supplier’s offers?” - Procurement. We are the Reference Centre of Competences guiding on decisions to foster competitiveness and value for Airbus.

Weare acting on a large scope of activities, from R&T subjects to Program development and improvements from Design to Cost and Design to Value initiatives, to Competitiveness of our supply chain and support to strategic decisions for Airbus future.
** What will you be doing?
** On a typical working day, you will:
* Project Management:
Plan and lead personal and operational projects.
* Cost Estimation:
Provide cost estimate for new aircraft system design and production, contribute to the decision of which system solution, design or concept represents the best value for the development.
* Gap Analysis:
Perform an analysis to explain the difference between Costing estimates and suppliers quotes. The result will give Airbus levers to deal with suppliers in negotiations.
* Capability:
Develop cost models, references, tools, methods, etc.
* Stakeholder Communication:
Communicate findings and updates to various stakeholders, both verbally and in written form.
* Learning and Development:
Participating in training sessions to enhance skills in cost estimation, project management, and leadership.
* Travel to other Airbus sites or suppliers if required.
** Requirements
* * 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.
** As the successful candidate, you must be able to demonstrate the following:
* Studying toward a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Other relevant business or technical degrees;
* Motivated with the ability to manage own activities and work with a multi-skilled, transnational team;
* Keen interested in design, manufacturing processes, global supply chain, and business impact;
* Proactive with a keen sense to learn and develop;
* Proficient oral and written communication skills in English, other languages are considered a plus;
* Acknowledging Airbus vision, values, ethics and compliance standard.
** SECURITY CLEARANCE:
** You will be subject to a BPSS…