Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

　　GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 15,000 employees across 38 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

　　The Opportunity:

　　GKN Aerospace is the original aerospace innovator. For decades, GKN Aerospace technologies have inspired and industrialized the aerospace industry, combining engineering excellence and technology leadership. Our aerostructures, engine systems and special products improve the performance of more than 100,000 flights every day. By working closely together with universities, knowledge institutes, suppliers and customers, we lead the industry in developing new technology to improve aircraft efficiency: lowering aircraft cost, weight and emissions.

　　Together as “one GKN” we’re moving our business and industry forward developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft, and innovating to help build a new generation of planes that produce zero emissions. We’re putting sustainability at the heart of what we do; driving our objective to becoming a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050!

　　For the fourth and consecutive year we have a number of exciting internship opportunities based at our £32M state-of-the-art Global Technology Centre in Bristol. Fuel your passion in making things fly by joining us at the cutting edge of the aviation industry and discover the future possibilities that await you.

　　The Project:

　　The H2GEAR (Hybrid Hydrogen Electrical Architecture) is a £54M, 5 year collaborative programme with 2 industrial and 3 academic partners part funded by the Aerospace Technology Institute. The programme aims to develop and deliver ground demonstration of a novel zero emission cryogenic hydrogen fuel powertrain suitable for future aircraft applications from 2030.

　　Our world class H2GEAR team of 50 lead the technology development and manage the system level integration at both aircraft level and main aircraft system level for the powertrain definition. The scope of the system starts with Liquid Hydrogen storage through to the electric motor for propulsion with the benefits of the novel electrical network stretching the performance to as yet, unrealised levels.

　　What You'll Be Doing:

　　During your placement you will be working as part of a dynamic global engineering team, giving you the opportunity to experience different cultures and work with a diverse range of people. If you are interested in how aerospace engineering works, choosing GKN Aerospace means you are joining a global network with wide-ranging opportunities.

　　Throughout your journey, we give you the opportunity to test and grow your engineering and personal skills. We provide support and mentoring as you work on real projects, solving real problems and delivering real change. We aim to match your capabilities and aspirations to our strategic and operational needs – ensuring a thriving business for us and fulfilling year in industry for you

　　The Electrical and Electronic Technology role could include elements of systems architecture and integration. In addition you will get the opportunity to participate in:

　　Research and Development of a ground-breaking high specific power electrical powertrain solution including sensitivity study performed using system design process to understand where the transition points between architectures exist

　　Electrical and electronic hardware design, development and test, with focuses on motor and drive/inverter and electrical network design

　　Design and analysis of safety critical electrical devices, including system safety, redundancy and reliability analysis and analytical simulation including control simulations

　　Investigating potential adaptive control strategies to support aircraft operation during normal and failure conditions

　　Preparation and execution of hardware test plans in collaboration with project partners

　　What You'll Need:

　　In order to be considered for this opportunity you will bring your passion and enthusiasm for our business along with the following skills and attributes:

　　Hold or studying towards a degree in any of the following disciplines; Electrical Engineering/Electronic Engineering/Controls Engineering

　　Able to act under own initiative in relation to the assigned tasks within defined functional procedures and governance.

　　Be comfortable working within an extended team environment across different functions and locations both locally and remotely.

　　Possess good communication skills; fluent in English language, both written and spoken

　　Able to demonstrate a good level of technical problem solving skills.

　　Talented individuals with skills, enthusiasm and passion to become leaders of the future in what they do.

　　An awareness of the Aerospace industry

　　What We're Offering:

　　12 month industry experience with the opportunity to be considered for a place on our Global Graduate Programme upon completion of studies.

　　Opportunity to work across different programs and sites within the UK

　　Working at the forefront of engineering, technology and innovations

　　Act as an ambassador for the organisation at various air shows and corporate functions

　　Engage with future talent at STEM and Careers events supporting the Early Careers Talent Aquisition Specialist

　　Competitive Salary

　　Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis

　　As a member of the Pension Scheme, Death in Service cover (Life Assurance) of 8x salary

　　Group Income Protection (as part of the Pension Scheme)

　　25 days holiday + bank holidays

　　Shopping Discounts

　　Employee Assistance Programme

　　Dedicated Wellbeing Champions, qualified in Mental Health First Aid

　　A collaborative, dynamic working environment

　　We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

　　A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

　　Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

　　We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

　　We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​

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