Space Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - Nottingham

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Space Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - Nottingham

Airbus offers the unique opportunity that enables you to learn about, and work on, a number of Satellite programmes, as well as allowing you to test and refine your analytical and software programming skills in order to reach an industry standard. The office is a welcoming environment, in which everyone is knowledgeable and more than happy to support and assist you in any aspects needed. In addition to your direct and real involvement in developing state of the art on board software, you will have the opportunity to see many other aspects of the complete satellite development activities, including specialist clean areas, where payloads are manufactured. In addition, you can see Assembly Integration and Test areas where your contribution to a programme is validated along with those of other disciplines.  

Hosted within the Engineering organisation, the On Board Software and Data Engineering department spans two of the major UK sites, as well as involvement in satellite projects from ‘Earth Observation’, Space Exploration and Science missions, as well as cutting edge Telecommunications Payloads. We design, build and deploy a range of software solutions to enhance our stakeholder’s data and digitalize their working environment.

For this Apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to work on a number of Satellite programmes,  including our latest Telecom Satellite design -OneSat, as well as larger complex Eurostar NEOs.

What you will be doing: 

Within this apprenticeship, we’ll provide training and the latest tools for you to experience the full-stack of software development in an environment which demands a high level of agility to meet its many and varied commitments. Those theories you’ve learnt in University shall come to life in real world requirements. You’ll have opportunities to work on applications, servers, databases as well put into practice your communication skills, design patterns and your own stamp onto our products.

During this apprenticeship, the activities you may undertake will include:

• Given documentation to learn and understand the code base which you will be working on;
• Designing, developing, documenting and testing code which you have written;
• Involvement within a multi-developer team;
• Researching and utilising cutting-edge technologies;
• Pair programming  with an experienced developer;
• Experiencing the full-stack of software development opportunities as a valued team member.

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:

• 120 UCAS points made up of 3 A levels which must include Maths, Science or IT 

OR

• BTEC IT or relevant industry experience/accreditation: Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) Accredited Prior Learning (APL)

AND

• GCSE Maths and English Language  at 4/C or above or equivalent subject to validation.

A successful candidate shall see themselves working as part of a team, collaborating and communicating with stakeholders and multi-disciplined individuals within the Space industry to help create and maintain websites, applications and databases in accordance with Agile methodology. They should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• An understanding of Object Oriented Principles;
• Good problem solving skills;
• Knowledge in C, Java and/or Python is preferred;
• An interest in programming and technology;
• Knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
• Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved; 
• Submit a Cover Letter stating your motivations

Important Information:

GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

About Airbus

Apprenticeships with Airbus“It’s an amazing career start - you’re getting hands-on experience and all course fees paid, whilst you earn a salary!”

Achieve extraordinary things!

At the forefront of innovation and a proven leader in global aerospace, Airbus designs, manufactures and delivers cutting-edge commercial aircraft, helicopters, military transporters, satellites and launch vehicles, as well as providing data services, navigation, cyber and communications security, urban mobility and other solutions for customers on a global scale. At Airbus, we draw on each other’s expertise and experience and put our passion and determination into exploring sustainable aerospace developments. We connect to the best minds. We make bold decisions. We find smart solutions. We get the world’s most advanced technologies off the ground.

Earn while you learn, no course fees!

As an apprentice at Airbus, you’ll be taking your first steps towards building your career. We’ve carefully designed our apprenticeship programmes to give you valuable practical training while you complete your college or university studies.

Your studies will be paid for and you’ll earn while you learn, so you’ll be off to a racing start at the end of your apprenticeship. At the same time, every day at Airbus brings something new and exciting to do. What you do will make a real difference – on the ground, in the sky and in space.

How to apply

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