Thank you for your interest in joining us! The first round of applicants to be interviewed for the Glasgow team has been completed. Application will remain open on a rolling basis.

Online applications are now open for the Sheffield team on Control, Monitoring & Systems! You can find out more information in the respective pages.

We are delighted to be announcing our new academic partnership through the EC project, as we will now also focus on research applications. As always our main design team will be based in Glasgow, but you don't have to be a Glasgow University student to join. Eligible applicants have to be in their 2nd up until their penultimate (3rd for BEng students, 4th for MEng students) year of studies.

For the team based in Sheffield, priority will be given to MSc students within ACSE, but other years and disciplines can also apply.

Check our Facebook page for the latest updates. If you have any questions regarding the application you can check some answers to FAQs, but don't hesitate to contact us if there is anything else you would like to discuss!

Jet Engine Design, Analysis & Performance Optimisation

For admission to:
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  • Aerofoils
  • Integrated Systems
  • Materials & Structures
  • Exhaust, TVC & Afterburners

Eligibility

Degrees: Aeronautical, aerospace, mechanical, mechanical with aeronautics, mechatronics, aerospace systems & related courses
Min Year: 2nd
Max Year: 3rd (BEng) or 4th (MEng)

Electronics & Software

For admission to:
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  • Electronics & Software​

Eligibility

Degrees: Electronics & electrical engineering (EEE), electronics & software, aerospace systems, electronics & music, computer science & related courses
Min Year: 2nd
Max Year: 3rd (BEng) or 4th (MEng)

Control, Monitoring & Systems (Sheffield only)

For admission to:
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  • Control, Monitoring & Systems

Eligibility

Degrees: Any related engineering courses.
Min Year: 2nd
Max Year: MSc/PhD

Sponsorship

For admission to:
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  • Sponsorship & Outreach

Eligibility

Degrees: Any
Min Year: 2nd
Max Year: 3rd (BEng) or 4th (MEng)

Application FAQs

When will applications open/close?

The first round of applications for the Glasgow team was completed on the 23rd of September. However, they do remain open and will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but we are unable to provide an estimate on how soon you might be contacted. For the Sheffield team, applications are now open and the deadline will be set at a later date.

Do you accept students from all years of study?

Not at this stage. Even though we aim to create diverse teams that cover a wide range of ages, skills and backgrounds, due to the limitations in team size, there are some students that are ineligible to apply. For Glasgow, you have to be at least in the second year of your degree, but no later than in your penultimate year of study. This means that if you are starting 3rd year (for a BEng degree in Scotland) or 4th year (for a MEng degree in Scotland), you are still eligible to apply. For Sheffield priority is given to MSc students, but any engineering student in their second year or above can apply.

Do I do to be studying at a certain university to apply?

Yes; we are currently accepting applications from students from the University of Glasgow, Strathclyde University and the University of Sheffield. The main team is based in Glasgow, with the Sheffield hub driven by work within the Control, Monitoring and Systems UTC.

Do I have to be studying towards a mechanical, aerospace or electrical engineering degree?

For the majority of technical roles, these disciplines and related ones are the most relevant to the project and students are best equipped with the skills needed. However, if you have an interest in the project, are able to learn quickly and have some CAD experience you are more than welcome to apply regardless of discipline in engineering. Like last year, we are also accepting applications for non-technical positions from any student if you would like to get involved in the day-to-day running and management of a project like this. You can find more information on non-technical opportunities above.

What do each role and team entail?

You can find more information on specific team tasks and role within each respective application page. If you are not sure which team to choose or if you would like any more information, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us before submitting an application.

How much time am I expected to devote to the project?

Working towards one of our projects can be a time-consuming, yet rewarding experience. The time you will need to devote will vary depending on your role, the particular tasks assigned to you, any upcoming deadlines, as well as external factors such as exams. It is viable to fit JetX in a balanced academic and personal schedule and to make a notable contribution you can expect to spend at least 10 hours a week.

When will I hear back?

Approximately 3-5 days after the applications have closed. We will invite shortlisted applicants to pick an interview slot for the following week and we will contact successful applicants a couple of days later. In the 1-2 weeks following that, the team leaders briefing will take place first and then the first full team meeting to get things started as soon as possible.

Do I choose which team I'll join?

If you are applying for one of the design/technical teams, you will be able to select a first and second team preference. We always try to meet these expectations and if we are unable to satisfy that we will discuss it with you to make sure you get a role that suits you best and gives you the opportunity to learn and grow.

Do I need a CV to apply?

It is not required to submit a CV with your application, but we would strongly encourage you to do so. If you do not have a CV, then simply make sure your responses include as much information as possible about yourself and your experience/knowledge for our consideration. 

Can I do my final year project/dissertation as part of JetX?

Yes, but this requires some careful planning. If you would like to continue working on your task and make this coincide with your final year project you need to get in touch with us to discuss the details at least 6 months before you are due to start your project. This also requires that we put together a project outline to make sure there is sufficient material and depth for a dissertation, as well as get in touch with an academic from your university who is willing and comfortable to supervise this. Computational projects are more likely to go ahead, but this will always depend on the topic and academic arrangements. This does not apply for Masters students in Sheffield, who should get in touch with the relevant contacts in ACSE to explore relevant opportunities,.