Finite Element Analysis and Digital Analysis Placement

Finite Element Analysis and Digital Analysis Placement

Start date: 17 August 2026

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 12.5 months

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Benefits:

Salary: £23,40035 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us:

Join the Wing Architecture and Integration team, where we are at the forefront of Airbus wing concept design. Our work spans the full spectrum of Airbus commercial wing designs, from supporting current solutions to developing improvements through process digitalization. This is an important part of shaping the future of environmentally sustainable aircraft.We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who is not afraid to be constructively disruptive and help us redefine the way we work. As we continue our digital journey, we need a unique skill set to guide us and show us a different way of doing things.The Airbus Engineering Structures Wing organization is a transnational team with sites in the UK, France, and Germany. This position is primarily based in Filton, UK, where a community of over 400 engineers collaborates on the design and manufacture of wings for all Airbus commercial aircraft.Our work covers all major aircraft programs—A220, Single Aisle, Long Range, A350, A380, and A400m—and we are also actively engaged in research and development for new aircraft configurations to enable more efficient and environmentally sustainable aviation.

What you will be doing:

During your internship, you'll be integrated into two key teams: Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Wing Digitalization. This unique structure offers a wide variety of experiences across multiple projects and stages of the project lifecycle, covering the full range of Airbus commercial products.As a member of the wing FEA team, you will be responsible for delivering key analysis results for various aircraft programs. You will take ownership of your deliverables from initial task definition to final delivery. This includes using pre/post-processing tools like Altair Hyperworks and developing your coding skills through automation activities.This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and build a strong network across Analysis, Program, Chief Engineering, and Airworthiness teams.

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.
• Studying towards a degree in Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent;
• Positive and proactive attitude towards work;
• Good problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude;
• Not afraid to propose new ideas to solve problems;
• Programming and optimisation skills would be beneficial;
• Languages and experience of a wide range of cultures is beneficial;
• You are someone who collaborates well within a team.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

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.

Contact

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