Entry Requirements Suitable degrees include an accredited MEng or equivalent in: Aeronautical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Graduates in other relevant subjects should also apply. 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 Additional Requirements Candidates should be computer literate and ideally have demonstrable experience of Project Management, CADDS, Composites and Lean tools and techniques. About Manufacturing Engineering When taking a DEG placement in 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. Manufacturing Engineering encompasses: Manufacturing Engineering Technology A380 (Broughton) A400M (Filton) Assembly & Installation Systems Engineering (Broughton) Manufacturing Engineering Support (Filton and Broughton) Manufacturing Engineering Extended Enterprise (Filton) ME Operations (Broughton) A350XWB (Filton and Broughton) Jig, Tools & Metrology (Filton and Broughton)

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

The Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) team are responsible for the development of manufacturing technologies from concept to robust, tested processes. Technologies include: Composite:- material deposition, forming, curing, non-destructive testing Metallic:- welding, machining, and forming Assembly:- handling, automation, tooling, and test validation for flight test, electrical, hydraulic systems. The developed technologies are delivered to the Manufacturing Systems Engineering team, where they will be implemented into the manufacturing system for current and future aircraft. In addition to the development and delivery of Technologies, the MET team are responsible for the early phases of new product development. This will involve concept development, evaluation and down selection, support to business case preparation, including industrial system concepts that meet the anticipated product requirements. Manufacturing Engineering Technology is an excellent department to start your career with Airbus, enhancing your engineering, project management and business skills capability. External MET research links include: The MET group work closely with a network of technology teams across Airbus, assuring the sharing of benchmark technologies and processes. 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.

A380 (Broughton)

The A380 is the Airbus prestige aircraft and has 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. 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.

Assembly and Installation Systems Engineering (Broughton)

Airbus UK's Assembly and Installation Systems Engineering (A&ISE) and 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 A&ISE role are to review and implement new technologies, problem identification, business case compilation, investment appraisal, continuous improvement and major step change projects. The A&ISE team covers all core manufacturing processes and material types in wing manufacture, including composite and metallic component manufacture, machining and treatments. The A&ISE department is also responsible for the manufacturing Information Systems strategy, offering the opportunity to participate in the delivery of manufacturing IT solutions in support of all major projects from conception through to delivery. The team is engaged on many leading edge IT projects with major partners such as Siemens. The projects include automation solutions, assembly systems, manufacturing execution systems and supply chain visibility.

Manufacturing Engineering Support (Filton and Broughton)

Manufacturing Engineering Support challenges and ensures the efficient running and success of Manufacturing Engineering across Airbus UK. DEG's gain a broad engineering business perspective through their involvement and exposure to diverse activities, such as operations planning, co-ordination of policy deployment and financial analysis. Three key functional areas provide excellent learning opportunities: 1) 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. 2) 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. 3) 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 IS 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. All areas of ME Support are actively involved with other parts of Airbus trans-nationally to share and develop best practice methods and ways of working for Airbus Centre of Competence (COC).

Manufacturing Engineering Extended Enterprise (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 and stringers. ME Extended Enterprise define each of these packages and the initial industrialisation of the packages requires Airbus ME, Quality and Tooling approvals. For new products ME Extended Enterprise 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 Extended Enterprise is the driving force. To help support Extended Enterprise and Business commercial strategy, ME Procurement are required to support work transfers to countries like China, Romania and Taiwan. In summary you can say that ME Extended Enterprise is a truly global capability involved in all programmes, series and new products. DEG's have an opportunity to operate within a project environment and be the key interface with the Integrated Product teams influencing design, stress, manufacturing, Extended Enterprise and, both internal and external suppliers and customers. Key benefits are being able to work in a truly multi-functional and transnational team environment understanding how ME can influence technical and commercial business decisions.

ME Operations (Broughton)

The ME Operations at Broughton are 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 ME 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)

In 2009 the A350XWB programme sees the start of production for major long lead component manufacture. Advanced composite and metallic components will be manufactured around the world and, as a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be accountable for assurance and influencing the introduction of advanced manufacturing processes. The wing of the new aircraft will consist of advanced 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 influence the design of the wing. Being part of the A350XWB programme opens up opportunities for you to work trans-nationally.

Jig, Tools & Metrology (Filton and 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 and robotic/automation control systems. The team is responsible for metrology research and technology in new programmes, through to continuous improvement in series production. 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. Case Study - Luis Ever since being in my native Columbia, I have always been interested in all aspects of aircraft related to Mechanical Engineering. Working in Airbus was my dream job! It turned out even better than I'd expected because the company rates professional and personal development highly. For me, the highlights of the programme include core training modules, where I learnt to deal with different individuals and assert myself in challenging situations. Through the programme I gained experience in areas that were new to me, such as Lean Manufacturing and Quality Management. I particularly enjoyed my placement in Stade, applying lean principles in the new flow-line for Vertical Tail Plane assembly. I gained a valuable appreciation for different working environments and for the German culture. For the future, my target role in A350XWB Assembly Capabilities offers a career full of opportunities, where I can apply my mechanical engineering background and develop in the field of composite assembly. Case Study - Addeel During my first placement in Manufacturing Engineering, my project looked at optimising the wing build process for the A380 aircraft with the driver being Cycle time reduction. This was achieved through further automating the multi-million pound Low Voltage Electromagnetic Riveting (LVER) machines. The project was successfully implemented and saved a total of 177 man-hours per wing set, however the project didn't come without it's obstacles and I quickly had to become familiar with the wing build philosophy and then present my case to all relevant stakeholders, i.e. Materials & Processes, Design and Continuous Product Development. This experience provided me with a valuable insight into the production processes involved in building an entire aircraft, besides giving me detailed knowledge of wing production, as well as the challenges faced by a world-class, lean, manufacturing organisation.