Robot ProgrammingData Analysis Intern

Job Summary

Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.

At our GKN Filton site we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.

We are seeking talented candidates who want to gain exposure to a range of industrial processes and operation environments while owning and supporting projects to help GKN be the most sustainable partner in the sky. Successful applicants will be expected to support projects which involve programming of robotic cells and the analysis of production data from CNC machines while working in a high-paced team environment focussed on delivering value to GKN customers.

As an intern on a 12 month placement you will be an important part of our operations taking guidance from one of our engineering managers and will be supported by the site engineering team

The placement will start between August October dependent on University requirements.

How Youll Contribute

• Support investigation of the entire value chain for specific areas of the manufacturing business. Identifying opportunities for improvement and new approaches that maximise efficiency and deliver differentiating aerospace manufacturing solutions
• Document research and development activities in technical reports memos procedures specifications and presentations
• Work as part of a multi-functional team including design manufacturing engineering quality assurance operations and HSE. Develop processes working closely with the business units to ensure successful implementation within the manufacturing businesses
• Support the 5 GKN principles supporting the engineering team meeting and surpassing site targets in delivering world-class differentiating solutions
• Ensure/maintain HSE standards and adherence to processes developing procedures where required to support the implementation of new technologies at Filton
• Generate and support internal and external communications to inform the business of projects and progress and promote awareness of the teams capabilities

Job Qualifications

Essential:

• Working towards a degree in the field of Engineering Science or Maths
• Interest in CNC Programming and machine control systems in a production environment. E.g. Siemens Sinumerik
• Engineering process fundamentals understanding; across data management; cutters and automated drill units; testing and development.
• Understanding of OEE and its use to identify process improvements
• Can demonstrate a logical approach to problem-solving & excellent technical writing skills

Desirable:

• Has background knowledge of a diverse range of fabrication/processing inspection assembly and automation techniques. Detailed knowledge in one or more areas is preferred
• Is organised and methodical - has the ability to plan monitor and control projects to schedule and budget
• Is a strong self-starter enthusiastic results-driven customer focused and consistently delivers to high standards