AGGP2027 – Graduate Airframe Automation Engineer

Job Description: AGGP2027 – Graduate Airframe Automation Engineer Start date: September 2027 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. What you will be doing You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role of Airframe Automation Engineer and can expect to be involved in the following: 1. Analyze Engineering business processes to identify and implement critical improvements to streamline our workflows, shorten our time-to-market, and drive process efficiencies across engineering design activities. 2. Deliver automation solutions from concept through deployment. 3. Optimise engineering process through digital tools and automation. 4. Explore the usage of new IT technologies (e.g. LLM, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Knowledge Graph…) to improve engineering productivity. 5. Opportunity to rotate across Airframe Engineering and digital domains - Digital Airframe, Wing engineering operations, and technical authority to gain broad exposure to engineering delivery, digital transformation, operational excellence and Technical governance. 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 Airframe Automation Engineer! What we are looking for To be a successful applicant, you will need to demonstrate you have: - A degree level or equivalent within Aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer science, software engineering, data science or a related technical discipline. - Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of technical, digital, engineering, operations or business related field, with strong motivation to learn and grow in a complex engineering environment - Strong verbal and written communication in our business language (English) - A desire to work in a collaborative team environment, focused on driving future innovation - The ability to be self aware and a wish to be in the driving seat of your development. 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. 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). For full eligibility details, please consult UK Visas and Immigration . STATEMENT : This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities. You must also have (or will have) the right to work in the country of the position you are applying for. What is the recruitment process… Online application -> Online Task Based Assessment -> Application Review (Talent Acquisition Partner & Manager) -> Virtual Assessment Centre -> Offer! NB: Applications will close on 30th September 2026 (don’t delay, apply early as some roles may close before this date due to applications received). All applications and CVs need to be in English. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities and additional time for written exercises etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. #AGGP2027 This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Operations Limited Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Entry Level Job Family: Digital By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.