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# GE Aerospace Software Engineering - 12 Month Placement

- **Company:** Ge Aerospace
- **Location:** Cheltenham, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, C (Programming Language), HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Arduino, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Configuration Management, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Programming, Database Development, Web Development, Design of User Interfaces, Monitoring of Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Scrum Methodology, Raspberry Pi, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Website Wireframe, Data Analytics, GXP, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/FAEB7AEF7E424382B0B19BFD8860457C/job/

## About the Role

* Currently studying aComputer Science/Web Development/ Artificial Intelligence/ Data Science/Mathematics/Human-Computer Interaction/Graphic Design/ Embedded SoftwareorrelatedBachelor's or integratedMaster's Degree
 * Passionate about Software Engineering
 * Programming experience in at least one of C#, Java, or Python, with willingness to work across more than one language
 * On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
 * To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement

Desired Characteristics

 * Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
 * Organised & able to work towards deadlines
 * Inspired and curious to learn
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills
 * Able to take ownership for projects
 * Analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Proficient in Microsoft Office
 * Able to work as part of a team

## Description

In the 12-month Software Engineering Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of software engineering from software design and integration to testing., In the 12-month Software Engineering Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills by working as part of a team during part of (or multiple parts) the Development Life Cycle. Depending on your skillset and role requirements, you will develop your programming languages skills in (but not limited to) Java, C, C++, C#, Python, Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino.

You could be analyzing requirements, designing an application, or defining a test specification or supporting configuration management, database development and system monitoring, engaging with internal and external customers and third-party vendors.

We have several different types of roles in different teams:

 * On Wing Technology (Bristol) -developingintuitive, responsive user interfaces for aerospace applications using modern web technologies. You will design and implement user-facing features with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, working closely with UI/UX designers to turn wireframes into high-quality code and ensure designs are technicallyfeasible. The role involves collaborating with back-end developers to integrate front-end components,participatingin agile practices (sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives), engaging in code reviews and best practices,troubleshootingand resolving issues, and staying current with emerging software development trends and technologies.
 * Software Engineering ( Cheltenham) - use good engineering practice and AI tools to improve project outcomes across Quality, Delivery, and Cost: You strengthen code quality by following agreed coding standards, actively participating in code reviews, and suggesting maintainability improvements that help reduce long-term cost. You contribute to continuous improvement by engaging in team retrospectives and capturing changes that lower defects and delays, improving both Quality and Delivery. You build systems thinking by joining cross-team projects, learning how upstream anddownstream changes affect Delivery, Quality, and Cost. You explore and share advances in tools, frameworks, and AI for engineering, focusing on options that improve Quality, accelerate Delivery, and reduce Cost. You use AI-assisted tools to generate and refine test ideas and documentation,validatingoutputs to improve Quality while reducing Cost and effort. You also apply AI to summarise technical articles and
documentation for the team, helping spread knowledge quickly and efficiently, supporting Quality and Delivery at low Cost.

 * Software Tools (Cheltenham) -maintains, supports, and improves the engineering toolchains used across NPI projects. You will be supported by experienced engineers and a strong learning and continuous improvement culture as you learn the toolchains, contribute to support and enhancement work, and develop through hands-on projects, mentorship, and training. Key responsibilities include optimising day-to-day use of engineering tools (issue triage, root cause analysis, resolution), implementing and testing enhancements to improve usability, reliability, and performance, and translating stakeholder requests into requirements, design changes, implementation, and verification. You will document configurations, changes, known issues, and test evidence according to engineering policies, prepare and present technical findings and status updates, participate in cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement activities, and provide timely updates on risks, issues, and progress
to support short-term planning and unblock delivery.

 * Test Systems (Cheltenham) - you will train up be safe in Lab and Productionareas, learnfull software development lifecycle processes and adhere to them. Track and deliver software releaseson time& identify improvements to projects.
 * Engineering Operations Power portfolio (Cheltenham) - provide support across digital transformation activities, helping to drive automation, simplification, and optimisation of business processes. Working with the Business Change Manager, you will help run an effective operating rhythm by preparing reports and dashboards, managing digital reporting tools, dashboards, and web apps, and supporting the implementation of new digital tools. You will track and administer digital transformation projects and other improvement activities, document business data sources, and contribute to defining a future data analytics strategy for Engineering Operations. The role also involves engaging cross-functionally,facilitatingprocess reviews and improvements, and building strong relationships across the organisation.

You will be guided by structured goals and objectives and will have responsibility to deliver on inspiring projects supported by your People Leader and team around you. We will guide you throughout the year to ensure you make the best of your GE Aerospace experience. Your People Leader will offer coaching and mentoring, and you will be provided with the opportunity to connect with other placement students across the UK.


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