Are you a university graduate with the aspiration, enthusiasm, and talent to help us pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world? Every year, Airbus seeks bright minds from around the globe to fill critical roles that will shape our future.
When you begin your career with us, we don't just offer a job; we accelerate your growth through the Airbus Global Graduate development journey. This isn't a one-size-fits-all program; it's a personalized, two-year experience designed to cultivate your professional skills, enhance your business acumen, and hone your technical abilities. We place a strong emphasis on developing your leadership potential from day one. You'll gain a unique perspective on the world of Airbus while contributing directly in a specific, impactful position.
During the two years, we will take you on a soft-skill development journey, covering such areas as inclusive leadership, our Values, resilience, communication and emotional intelligence, with various in-person and virtual workshops.
Beyond your daily responsibilities and this comprehensive schedule of training, you'll join your global graduate community annually for an in-person dedicated development week. This is your chance to connect with your peers, learn directly from our seasoned leaders, and gain insights from the best in the industry.
Throughout the programme, you will be developed into an established and valuable team member from day 1. You'll sharpen your skills in an area strategically important to Airbus, gaining a deep understanding of our business – its opportunities, challenges, and needs. Most importantly, you'll have learned more about yourself and what makes you truly great. You will have demonstrated your capability and readiness to take on future leadership challenges within Airbus.
Above all, you'll have the unparalleled opportunity to do your best work in an industry that is literally reshaping how we live in our world.
If you're ready to embark on this transformative journey and unlock your full potential, apply below.
You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role of AGGP2027 – Graduate Structures Test Engineer and can expect to be involved in the following:
AIRTeC is a premier £100 million state-of-the-art facility that fosters a high-tech collaborative environment for Airbus and its network of partners, academia, and suppliers. This center enhances the site's world-class capabilities in aircraft design, assembly, and manufacturing. Our team is one of three specialised centres globally responsible for executing and overseeing the entire testing spectrum for all Airbus Aircraft Programmes and Research & Technology (R&T) initiatives.
Our core objective is to deliver the vital data required for aircraft certification and flight safety, proving the durability and strength of innovative materials and structural components. We are currently shaping the future of aviation by developing both physical and virtual test methods for next-generation products. This includes preparing for the challenges of testing sustainable lightweight materials and revolutionary aircraft configurations, such as high-span flexible wings, blended wing bodies, and hydrogen-powered propulsion systems.
The Structures Test team is composed of several specialized skill groups:
In the test centre you will be given the opportunity to get involved in a selection of the following areas:
As a graduate, you will gain a comprehensive perspective on structural testing. Through structured rotational placements across these skill groups and the broader organisation, you will build a holistic understanding of our aircraft and the critical partnerships between the test center and the wider development teams.
Your development journey will include a minimum of one rotational placement to support your growth into position.
At the end of the two year development programme you will have developed into the position of AGGP2027 - Graduate Structures Test Engineer.
To be a successful applicant, you will need to demonstrate you have:
We love your interest in working for Airbus but we do ask that you make only one application to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme. Take the time to decide which of our exciting opportunities is right for you and then submit an application that best represents you, your skills and experience in connection with the role you have selected.
This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognised authorities. You must also have (or will have) the right to work in the country of the position you are applying for.
Please note, we are unable to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position. We welcome applications from candidates with existing right to work in the UK or those eligible via other routes (e.g., Graduate Visa, Youth Mobility Scheme).
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Our team reviews applications personally – no AI algorithms are involved in sifting through applications. We want to see your own communication skills and how you explain your experiences. We want to hear about your insights and how you link your background to what the job actually needs at Airbus. We're recruiting you for the human qualities and talents.
