Job Description

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 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about aerospace, space science, and cutting-edge materials technology? Do you want to turn your engineering knowledge into real-world applications? This is your chance!
As an Intern in the Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing (AM) Process Develpoment for Engines Applications team at GKN Aerospace, you'll support the development and advancement of AM technologies for Aero-Engine and Space Product applications. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of aerospace and space exploration.
You will be working on-site at GKN's Global Technology Centre (GTC) in Filton, Bristol. A 32m state of the art technology research and manufacturing process development facility which is a hub for world-class innovative technology for the next generation of fuel-efficient aircraft. It includes a collaborative space for research and development with universities, the UK's CATAPULT network and GKN Aerospace's UK supply chain, to help strengthen aerospace technology and support the UK's Industrial strategy.
How You'll Contribute

• Apply your engineering and material science knowledge to a wide range of research activities.
• Design products and test specimens, prepare AM build files, run simulations, and support product manufacturing.
• Engage in hands-on lab work investigating material quality through optical and scanning electron microscopy.
• Explore responsibilities from design and simulation to material characterisation, factory design, and developing software tools for data analysis.
• Collaborate with UK's leading minds in Additive Manufacturing and GKN teams across Europe

What You'll Bring
We're looking for curious, motivated, and aspiring engineers who want to make an impact in aerospace.
Essential:

• Currently studying an undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Material Science (or a related field).
• Enthusiasm for additive manufacturing with an interest in aerospace or space science.
• Experience with CAD packages (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, SolidWorks).

Desirable:

• Hands-on manufacturing experience
• Coding and machine learning

Personal Attributes

• Strong Communication Skills
• Excellent Team Player
• Passion & Energy
• Execution
• Problem Solving

What We'll Offer
We have two positions available for aspiring engineers to join our Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing teams on a year long placement for academic year 26/27. The expected start date is the middle of August 2026.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in innovative aerospace projects, develop cutting-edge technologies, and gain experience that could define your career. If you're a self-starter looking for a varied and challenging placement, we want to hear from you!
Kick-start your career in aerospace and become part of GKN's additive manufacturing revolution. Apply now!
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.
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