Engineering Placement

Engineering Placement
Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 4XD
Salary: £23,000 per annum
Time Commitment: 37 hours a week
Start Date: July 2024
Vacancy Type: Student - Sandwich/Industrial Work Placement
Company Overview
We are a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018, we have the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
We provide a range of aircraft systems and utilities to the largest aircraft manufacturers and works closely alongside these companies to develop state-of-the-art technologies in civil and military sectors. Current and recent projects include Airbus A220, Embraer KC-390, Airbus A380, Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the F35-Lightning II.
Job Overview
As an industrial placement student you will have the opportunity to work on exciting aerospace projects which will help develop your engineering and personal skills in a practical environment.
These projects may lead to the opportunity to work in some of the following engineering functions:
Detailed and Concept Design
Mechanical / Electronic Systems
Stress Analysis
Simulation and Performance Analysis
Product Qualification and Test
Design
Reliability & Safety
Materials
As an industrial student your duties and responsibilities may include some of the following:
System level design including architecture and performance analysis
Participation in test rig design, test rig commissioning and system testing
Produce design schemes including CAD models, assemblies and 2D drawings for concept and detail designs
Carry out design calculations such as thermal growth, hoop and tensile stress, thread loading and tolerance analysis to support concept and detail designs
Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on complex components to support concept and detailed design
Liaise closely with other project teams such as materials, manufacturing, sourcing with respect to new designs or design changes
Promote a career with us and in Engineering to the next generation through events and activities with schools and universities.
Person Specification
Undergraduate studying Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace), Maths or Physics with a predicted grade 2:1 or higher.
Hold Maths A Level Grade C or above
The successful candidates will also be able to demonstrate
Strong technical knowledge which can be applied to aerospace mechanical systems and manufacturing
Self-Motivated
Able to multi-task and prioritise own work
Ability to build strong relationships and be a team player
A can do, find a way, attitude
Experience of delivering high quality work to a deadline
Creativity, initiative, diplomacy, self-motivation and self confidence
Must display initiative and integrity
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office; specifically the use of Microsoft Excel to filter, clean, identify, analyse and interpret trends or patterns in data
This is a great opportunity to broaden your personal development and experience exciting challenges. If you are interested in an engineering work placement , we would love to hear from you.
IMPORTANT: Candidates must be able to commit to the full 12-month placement (apart from the 25 days annual holiday).
Application Process
Your application will go through a variety of selection methods which may result in an interview. Please note that as we find suitable candidates we will no longer accept applications for this opportunity so we suggest you apply as early as possible to have the best chance of success!
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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