Plant Production Support Placement

Plant Production Support Placement

Start date: 17 August 2026

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 12.5 months

Application: 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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Benefits:

• Salary: £23,400
• 35 hours per week
• Flexible working hours
• Half day Fridays!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us:

Are you passionate about working on strategic projects that support both short and long-term business needs? Do you want to help our Operations teams adopt best practices and innovative solutions to drive continuous improvement? If you are looking to gain experience in a leading aerospace industrial environment, then this internship is for you.

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Production Support team at Airbus Filton. Our department is a close-knit team dedicated to providing excellent support to the Filton Plant, which includes the A400M Wing, the A350 Equipped Gear Beam, and the Wing Technology Development Centre. Our purpose is to drive continuous business improvement.

As a Production Support Integrator, you will be responsible for nurturing and facilitating new, innovative projects. You will drive improvements in key areas such as Safety, Quality, Cost, and Environmental impact, as well as support the implementation of the Airbus Operating System (AOS).

Our team is always at the forefront of promoting innovation and continuous improvement. We adopt best practices and proven routines under the AOS framework. We are also responsible for securing Capital Expenditure (CapEx) investments, which are used to fund new and exciting projects that will drive our company into the future.

What you will be doing:

As a Production Support integrator you will develop essential skills in organisation and communication. You will build a network of key stakeholders in the business across a variety of operational areas and support functions.

Key specific tasks in the role will include:

• Facilitating projects where funding has been secured to drive work content reduction and performance improvements;
• Supporting Financial Capex submissions process through the application of funding to back new and innovative ideas;
• Driving AOS continuous improvement initiatives;
• Supporting the Head of Department with planning & strategic activities;
• Supporting the management of Plant risks and opportunities.

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.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards a degree in Business, Engineering, a Technical field, or equivalent;
• The ability to communicate effectively;
• The ability to collate robust and informative presentations;
• The confidence to lead key sessions and present accordingly;
• An interest in coding and digital tools;
• A strong interest in self-development;
• The desire to work in an open and trusting environment.

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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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.

How to apply

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