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Amazing opportunities.\nGKN 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 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.\nJob Summary\nGKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre in Bristol is the company's flagship aerospace research and development hub, bringing together engineers, researchers and industry partners to develop next-generation aircraft technologies, advanced manufacturing processes and sustainable aviation solutions. It plays a key role in innovations such as lightweight composite structures, electrification, hydrogen-powered flight technologies and the decarbonisation of aerospace.\nWe are currently recruiting a number of Year in Industry internship opportunities at our Bristol GTC.\nAs a Year in Industry student, you'll have the opportunity to work on real projects that contribute to the future of aerospace. You'll gain hands-on experience, receive support from industry experts, and develop valuable skills that will accelerate your career. Our interns make a genuine impact from day one and are trusted to contribute to meaningful work across the business.\nLocation: GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre, Bristol, UK\nContract: 12-month industrial placement\nStart Date: August/September 2027\nWhat You'll Be Doing\nThe internship will support the Hydrogen Systems team working on flagship programmes, H2FlyGHT and ICEFlight, which develop electrical and cryogenic power distribution technologies for zero-emissions flight. We are seeking talented candidates who want to gain exposure to the development of next generation aircraft.\nMain Activities and Responsibilities:\nSystems Engineering framework deployment.\nRequirements development & management.\nCreate technical documentation, test reports and engineering data analysis helping us move to a more MBSE style knowledge management.\nConnect and integrate between multidisciplinary engineering teams.\nCreate and run simulation models within virtual environment(s).\nDeveloping and testing control strategies, using model-based design.\nDeploy software and test within a real-time computing environment.\nOperate low-power Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test rig representing an electric aircraft.\nFault find and solve problems with control and software issues.\nWhat You'll Bring\nIf you’re working towards a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Control, Electrical/Electronic, Automation Engineering or a related field, this is your chance to contribute to a future of zero-emission flight.\nWhat we are looking for:\nEssential\nStudying towards a relevant degree which includes substantial Controls and/or Systems Engineering modules.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nExperience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python or similar engineering tools.\nGood communication and teamwork skills.\nMotivated and organised.\nDesirable\nGood understanding of control theory & its practical implementation.\nAwareness of system thinking & systems engineering fundamentals.\nAbility to interpret technical drawings and schematics.\nKnowledge of requirements engineering and V model.\nAwareness of Hardware-in-the-Loop testing and system integration.\nKnowledge of HDL programming and experience with FPGA development.\nKnowledge of sensor integration and communication protocols.\nA keen interest in Aerospace.\nWhat We'll Offer\nWe have an opportunity available for aspiring engineers to join our Hydrogen Systems team on a 12-month industrial placement for academic year 27/28. The expected start date is the end of August 2027.\nThis 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!\nHere's what to look forward to when you join us:\nStarting salary of £24,500, plus a £500 starting bonus\nBe part of a broad Year in Industry intern community\nWork alongside world leading Technical Authorities and Fellows\nWork at GKNs flagship Global Technology Centre in Bristol\nFlexible working hours, including the ability to finish early on Fridays\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays\nOpportunity to balance theoretical learning with practical hands-on delivery\nAn industry leading pension scheme, 1.5x employee contribution (max 12%)\nCollaborative, dynamic working environment\nKick-start your career in aerospace and become part of GKN’s team. Apply now!\nWhat To Expect In The Selection Process\nThroughout this process we try to utilise human interaction as much as we can. Here's what to expect:\n1. Apply online by completing our application form (closing date is Sunday the 29th of November).\n2. Successful candidates will be invited to take part in an online behavioural assessment. You will have 2 weeks to complete the assessment.\n3. Dependent on number of applications we may ask you to complete a video submission with pre-provided questions .\n4. Shortlisted candidates with be invited to an Assessment Centre at the Global Technology Centre in Bristol, on Tuesday the 9th of February 2027. This is where you will get the chance to meet the team and showcase your skills and potential.\n5. For successful candidates your journey with us will commence late August 2027, as part of our Global Technology Centre Year in Industry Intern Programme.\n*Please note that GKN Aerospace reserves the right to change this process if we feel it will benefit our hiring process. This will be communicated to any relevant candidates as necessary.\nWe’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?\nA Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working\nEveryone 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’. 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