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AGUSTAWESTLAND - The only UK helicopter design authority, manufacturer and systems integrator. Over 1000 AgustaWestland helicopters are in service in 19 different countries and have achieved over 6 million flying hours between them. Careers
     
AIRBUS - Airbus is the leading aircraft manufacturer with the most modern and comprehensive family of airliners on the market, ranging in capacity from 100 to more than 500 seats. Over 10,000 Airbus aircraft have been sold to more than 300 customers worldwide and more than 6,500 of these have been delivered since the company first entered the market in the early seventies. Airbus is an EADS company. Careers
     
ATKINS - Atkins is the largest multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Europe, and provides skills and solutions to a wide variety of clients. Atkins’ Aerospace business has offices throughout the world and specialises in delivering tailored solutions to its clients, with a strong focus on innovation and programme management. Careers
     
FLEET AIR ARM MUSEUM - The largest collection of Naval aircraft in Europe, including aircraft which are the sole survivors of their kind. The museum offers visitors the chance to go on board the British prototype Concorde 002, as well as the experience of a simulated recovery on deck of a Buccaneer and the launch of a Phantom.  
     
GE AVIATION - GE Aviation, through its Systems division (formerly Smiths Aerospace) is a leading global provider of innovative solutions to constructors and operators of military and civil aircraft and engines. The business has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and supports 1,500 customers in 140 countries. Careers
     
MBDA - MBDA is one of the world leaders in designing and producing missiles and missile systems for the three armed forces (land, sea and air) all over the world. They employ over 10,000 people and have over 90 different customers. Careers
     
MESSIER-BUGATTI-DOWTY - On May 1st, three Safran subsidiaries, Messier-Bugatti, Messier-Dowty and Messier Services joined forces to create Messier-Bugatti-Dowty, the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Careers
     
ROLLS ROYCE - The second largest defence engine supplier in the world. Their engines power approximately 25% of the worlds military fleet. They also produce gas turbines for ships and powerstations. Careers