The posting
Job Description:
Ready to join one of our Graduate Programs in Spain?
AIRBUS offer more than 70 vacancies for our full time graduate program in Spain - #Discover II 2027/2028 -Starting date March 2027 until February 2028.
We are looking for recent graduates from different disciplines interested in developing their professional career in the aeronautical sector. The current context demands different ways of looking, thinking and relating.
What does this internship consists in?
Together with Camilo José Cela University, Airbus has developed an exclusive program (Discover) designed for those interested in the best training in new areas of knowledge essential to be able to develop as professionals of the future.
You will have the opportunity to study a Master, organized in three training blocks, that will allow you to Discover the skills most in demand today. It will be combined with an 11 month internship at Airbus in an area related to your degree, where you can learn and complete your academic background.
The start of the internship will be in early October 2026, and will last 11 months (August disabled for all purposes). It is a full-time experience (40h/week), in which you will receive an attractive study grant.
Internship Job Description:
Within Air Power, the newly created e2e MRO Value Stream organization unifies all Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) activities of Airbus Defence & Space.
The Performance & Improvement MRO Value Stream Team is looking for an intern based in Seville (San Pablo site).
The selected candidate will participate in the development of the Performance Management and Operational Excellence (OES) framework for the MRTT area (Entry into Service in April 2027), contributing to the implementation of operational processes, as well as plant competence and training management.
In close collaboration with the P&I team and various stakeholders in the area, the goal will be to support the deployment of governance, performance tracking, the promotion of continuous improvement, and the development of the necessary competencies to achieve operational excellence.
Your tasks will include:
Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement (P&I)
Development and Implementation of the MRTT Operational Excellence Framework: Collaborate in the design and deployment of performance management, governance, safety, and continuous improvement.
Deployment of Operational Governance: Support the P&I team in implementing and consolidating management routines, contributing to defining responsibilities and structuring monitoring mechanisms.
Configuration and improvement of the DEMAT tool: Participate in the configuration and optimization of the tool to facilitate the management and tracking of KPIs, projects, and operational processes, improving the quality, traceability, and accessibility of information for decision-making.
Performance Tracking through SQCDP Routines: Collaborate in the preparation and development of routines for tracking indicators at L1, L2, and L3 levels, supporting the analysis of deviations and the monitoring of action plans to drive performance improvement.
Promotion of a Safety Culture (Safety): Participate in safety tracking routines and awareness initiatives within the area, preparing and updating communications and signage, conducting Safe Return to Work campaigns, and managing and disseminating Flash Alerts.
Driving Continuous Improvement and Kaizen Initiatives: Support the workshop teams in identifying and developing improvement proposals (bottom-up approach), supporting their evaluation, prioritization, and follow-up.
Implementation of OES Routines and Standards:Support the deployment of OES operational excellence routines and methodologies for process standardization, structured problem-solving, and the integration of continuous improvement into daily activities.
Digitalization and Support for Workshop Teams: Support workshop personnel in accessing and using digital tools, facilitating their adoption and integration into daily activities.
Competence and Training Management (PCM)
Tracking of the Area Training Plan: Collaborate in the creation, updating, and tracking of the training roadmap, contributing to identifying training needs, consolidating priorities and monitoring progress toward established objectives.
Implementation and Deployment of the Skill Matrix: Participate in creating/updating the competence matrix, supporting the identification of required skills, consolidating existing competence levels, and detecting training gaps.
Establishment and Tracking of Training Governance: Contribute to defining and consolidating routines for tracking, indicators, and reporting mechanisms for training activities.
Digitalization and Improvement of PCM Processes: Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and digitalize processes related to competency and training management.
Required skills #AirbusDiversity
As a successful candidate, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- Enrolled student in line with Discover program requirements
- Strong interest in aviation / Maintenance Repair and Overhaul
- Analytical skills, customer centricity, structured and proactive working style
- Team Player
- Good communication skills
- Digital competence and open mindedness towards innovation
- Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, a strong English level desired
Why should you apply?
- Foster your professional development with a strong academic background and an in-depth collaboration in
AIRBUS projects.
- Expand your network within the aeronautical industry.
- Meet our people working with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and
smarter place.
- Be part of our diversity and teamwork culture that propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the
ground, in the sky and in space.
For any inquiries concerning this selection process, please contact us at [email protected]
Are you interested? Apply and make it fly!
#Graduates_Spain
#DISCOVER
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Defence and Space SAU
Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student
Job Family:
Improvement & Performance Management <JF-BI-IP>
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