When taking a DEG placement in Filton Manufacturing Engineering (ME), you have the opportunity to turn dreams into reality by assuring design intent is achieved in aircraft manufacturing. Through manufacturing process ownership, you will be a key enabler allowing the business to achieve the cost, quality and delivery targets across Airbus UK's entire value stream.

Acting as a key interface between Production Operations and Design Engineering, you can actively participate and lead change from design related improvements to manufacturing process improvements. You will gain expert knowledge about the implementation of lean manufacturing principles, introduction of "right first time" Standard Operating instructions, application of process improvement methodology and variation reduction. Entry Requirements: You will need to have a MEng (Masters in Engineering) degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. In addition, your degree must be fully accredited by the Engineering Council and require no further learning. You can check whether or not your degree is accredited by visiting www.engc.org.uk Suitable degrees include an accredited MEng or equivalent in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering. Candidates should be computer literate and, ideally, have demonstrable experience of Project Management, CADDS Quality Management Systems (ISO 9000) and Lean tools and techniques. Filton Current Production (Filton) Manufacturing Engineering Technical A380 (Filton and Broughton) A400M (Filton) Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Filton and Broughton) Manufacturing Engineering Support (Filton and Broughton) Manufacturing Engineering Procurement (Filton) Tooling (Filton and Broughton) Broughton Current Productivity (Broughton) A350XWB (Filton and Broughton) Metrology (Broughton))

Filton Current Production (Filton)

Filton Current Production is responsible for the manufacture of Aircraft parts and subassemblies, including complex wing systems, leading edge and trailing edge assemblies, and large complex machined items for the full range of Airbus aircraft.

Manufacturing Engineering Technical

The Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) team are responsible for the development of manufacturing technologies (from concept to robust, tested processes). Technologies include Composite (Tape Laying, Curing, NDT, etc.), Metallic (Friction Stir Welding, Machining, etc.), Assembly processes (Handling, Robotic drilling, etc.) and Test (Flight Test, Electrical, Hydraulic, etc.). These technologies are then delivered to the Manufacturing Systems Engineering team, where they will be implemented into the manufacturing system for current and future aircraft. External MET research links: Academic research, through the sponsorship of MSc, PhD and Post Doctorate research projects. Attendance and presentations at the leading technology conferences across the world. Research institutes, through involvement in funded research programmes. Industry, through development and support of research programmes across the global supply chain. Within MET, there are significant opportunities for involvement in aircraft development programmes from early concept development, new factory development and production improvements. Due to their involvement in technology development for all manufacturing processes, MET is a very good place to start your career with Airbus.

A380 (Filton and Broughton)

The A380 is the Airbus prestige aircraft and will become the flagship product of major Airlines. It is a multi-million pound, cutting edge product that is built using some of the latest high-tech automated production processes and materials (Carbon fibre leading edge/Trailing edge structures and ribs, Aluminium lithium, etc). There is plenty of opportunity via a wide choice of projects and experience to develop individual skills, knowledge and expertise, with scope to travel and work on the final assembly lines in Toulouse and Hamburg. Airbus UK Manufacturing Engineering (ME) plays a vital role in the production of A380 wings. It acts as a link between the design and production departments. ME is there to interpret design intent and translate it into reality, thus setting out the way the wings are built, from the processes employed to the equipment and tools used. Due to the sheer size and scale of the A380, it presents many unique challenges, which take conventional manufacturing and assembly techniques to the extreme. Assembling very large components to exacting standards frequently means our engineers need to develop new or improved assembly methods. The A380 programme will stretch and challenge you as a DEG in a demanding and fast paced environment throughout a broad range of Engineering disciplines.

A400M (Filton)

The A400M is a large, modern and flexible military aircraft, specifically designed for today's military requirements and those of the future. This aircraft can travel further and faster with a larger payload. It is a multi-role transporter, which is economical to operate and, which exploits the benefits of state-of-the-art technology. The A400M project is truly unique in that it is the first purpose built military project for Airbus and our first wing made primarily using carbon fibre. As a result the demanding manufacturing requirements have been met by some exceptionally revolutionary solutions. The A400M project offers many opportunities as it enables you to be a part of full wing manufacture at one site. You will be able to experience the challenge of getting a new Aircraft 'off the ground' by facilitating stages of design, planning, supplier liaison and aircraft manufacture and delivery. It gives you the chance to be involved in an exciting new project that marks a new era of manufacturing at Filton.

Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Filton and Broughton)

Airbus UK's Manufacturing Systems Engineering (MSE) department principally identifies, develops and maintains cutting edge manufacturing systems through the management of capital projects. It also undertakes engineering actions to ensure continual improvements in manufacturing efficiency, employee safety and cost effectiveness within the business. Projects are drawn from many fields including internal innovation, links with research and technology, academic partners and key suppliers. Key parts of the MSE role are to review and implement new technologies, problem identification, business case compilation, investment appraisal, continuous improvement and major step change projects. The MSE team covers all core manufacturing processes and material types in wing manufacture, including composite and metallic component manufacture, machining and treatments.

Manufacturing Engineering Support (Filton and Broughton)

Manufacturing Engineering Support challenges and ensures the efficient running and success of Manufacturing Engineering across Airbus UK. DEGs gain a broad engineering business perspective through their involvement and exposure to diverse activities, such as operations planning, co-ordination of policy deployment, financial analysis, or the management of support services. Three key functional areas provide excellent learning opportunities: Methods and Process Improvement (MPI) fosters creativity by developing and deploying appropriate processes and toolsets to support manufacturing engineers engaged in new product introduction and current production. This in turn enables and delivers cost savings to the business through the use of the MPI toolsets, so that the team provides value for money. Rewarding and challenging at the same time, the MPI function is at the heart of problem solving solutions and cost reductions within Manufacturing Engineering. Business Management Systems (BMS) is responsible and accountable for maintaining excellent quality and safety standards at all levels of Airbus aircraft manufacturing. Value added Manufacturing Engineering is achieved through a proactive and innovative approach to quality related issues. BMS promotes continuous business improvement through the development of procedures and business systems, which allow Manufacturing Engineering function heads to effectively manage their resources and activities. Additionally, BMS acts in an advisory capacity to Manufacturing Engineering personnel on the regulatory requirements of the CAA and ensures that the delegated approval process adopted by Manufacturing Engineering is compliant with company policy. Information Systems Solutions (ISS) offers exciting opportunities in an IT environment at all levels of Manufacturing Engineering Support. ISS is responsible for planning, acquisition and the development of the Manufacturing Engineering IT capability across Airbus UK. In addition, it is accountable for the implementation, administration, training and support of non-CAD Manufacturing Engineering systems. The ISS management team also leads the way in the development of all integrated toolsets for the management of processes and data from design to the shop floor.

Manufacturing Engineering Procurement (Filton)

80% of each wing produced by Airbus UK is manufactured outside of the company, this equates to €1.5bn per year at current rates. The wing structure alone involves over 100 suppliers across the world, producing 450 separate work packages, including wing skins, spars, stringers, major assemblies, flap tracks, ailerons, spoiler, fairings, panels and seals. ME Procurement define each of these packages and the initial industrialisation of the packages requires Airbus ME, Quality and Tooling approvals. For new products ME Procurement has a key role in supporting the business through trade studies, make/buy policy and supplier selection. Once the work packages are established at the suppliers, there is a continuous drive to reduce costs and lead times, improve processes and reduce non-conformances, in which ME Procurement is the driving force. To help support Procurement and Business commercial strategy, ME Procurement are required to support work transfers to countries like China, Rumania and Taiwan. In summary you can say that ME Procurement is a truly global capability involved in all programmes, series and new products DEGs have an opportunity to operate within a project environment and be the key interface with the Integrated Product teams influencing design, stress, manufacturing, procurement and, both internal and external suppliers and customers. Key benefits are being able to work in a truly multi-functional team environment, understanding how ME can influence technical and commercial business decisions.

Tooling (Filton and Broughton)

Tool Engineering provides a design and technical support activity to all aspects of product design and manufacturing across the Airbus UK operation. Tool Engineering provides tool design and technical support for all Jigs and Fixtures used within Airbus UK. Organisationally, personnel are deployed in project teams either, within New Product Integrated Technology programmes, or Series Production support teams. Whilst much of the detailed design and manufacture of tooling is out-sourced, the department focuses its efforts on concept schemes and continuous improvement activities. A key element of the role is also to influence product design and build methods. Additionally, there is a core team responsible for tooling capability development. Their role is to develop and organise novel methods, tools and processes within the deployed teams.

Broughton Current Production (Broughton)

Manufacturing Engineering at Broughton is based in its East Factory. It is primarily responsible for the delivery of all methods and processes for Single Aisle and Long Range wing structures, as well as Hawker wing and fuselage. These manufacturing processes are created by highly skilled and motivated professional engineers, working together to enable the production of Airbus and Hawker wings. As Manufacturing Engineering is the technical link between design and production environments, your experience in ME at Broughton can be wide and varied. DEGs have the chance to gain knowledge in a broad range of areas, such as, large component manufacture (wing skin panels, spars and stringers) using the latest automated machining, forming and treatment technologies. Also Conventional jig and automated wing structure assemblies using some of the world's largest and most advanced auto riveting systems. There is also opportunity to work closely with the operations teams to ensure any build issues are resolved quickly and wing build is not delayed, using the latest problem resolution tools. Continuous improvement teams link into Industrial Engineering to identify waste (Lean Principles) and areas for improvement and subsequent implementation, ensuring we get the best returns on investment. The function also serves as a footprint supporting present lines in each of the final assembly lines at Bremen, Hamburg, Toulouse and China.

A350XWB (Broughton and Filton)

The A350XWB programme is at an early stage of development in the UK, which is why it is such an exciting time to be engaged in this programme. The new wing of the aircraft will be made of latest composite materials and the aircraft design seeks to give greater fuel efficiency, increased levels of comfort for passengers and a greater range than previous aircraft. As a DEG you have the chance to influence the future shape of the A350XWB programme, not only in terms of the manufacturing system and concept demonstrators, but also in preparing and presenting data and manufacturing evidence to positively influencing the design of the wing. Being part of the A350XWB programme opens up opportunities for you to work transnationally.

Metrology (Broughton)

The Metrology Engineering team is dedicated to developing and deploying metrology solutions into manufacturing. This activity has a broad scope, which includes jig measurement and certification, component positioning and verification, robotic/automation control systems and more. The team is responsible for metrology research and technology in new programmes, through to continuous improvement in series production. Case Study - Paul Blatch My placement was on the A380 Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Toulouse. The placement was divided into two halves; the first was spent working for the Manufacturing Engineering shop support team. I learned about the role of shop support, their processes and tools, as well as improving my product knowledge. I also had the opportunity to work on investigating production aircraft and solving non-conformance issues on live production aircraft, giving me a fantastic opportunity to get up close and personal with the product. The second half of the placement was with the Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineering team, working on process improvement projects and cost reduction. The project was looking at the non-conformance process on the Final Assembly Lines and trying to improve the reactivity of this process. As part of the improvement team, I analysed the process and assessed current issues. Short and long-term solutions were put in place or proposed. This allowed me to gain detailed process knowledge as well as experiencing first-hand the difficulties of working with a process that is multi-functional and crosses different centres of excellence. Being in Manufacturing Engineering and on the Final Assembly Line has taught me a huge amount about the production process involved in building an entire aircraft, besides giving me detailed knowledge of wing production.