AGGP2027 – Graduate Future Projects Engineer

Airbus; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in the United Kingdom is launching the AGGP2027 Graduate Future Projects Engineer programme starting September 2027. This two-year development path blends engineering design with leadership training, rotations, and hands-on projects to prepare you for future leadership within Airbus.

You will participate in placements across Airbus sites, work with multi-disciplinary teams, and receive formal soft-skill development, culminating in a permanent role within the Chief

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Recently graduated or early career experience in aerospace or engineering.
• Fluent in English with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to early design stages covering geometrical definition, aerodynamics, performance, weight, operability, and cost for wing or aircraft problems.
• Collaborate with Future Projects team, other engineering teams, marketing and strategy to strengthen communication.
• Undertake placements across business areas on Filton site to broaden knowledge and network.
• Possibility of placements at other Airbus sites or outside Airbus.
• Engage in technical and soft skills training and STEM projects for future engineers.
• Complete at least one rotational placement to support growth into the role AGGP2027.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description: AGGP2027 – Graduate Future Projects 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.

What you will be doing

• Contributing to the early design stages of projects, covering a number of disciplines including geometrical definition, high and low speed aerodynamics, performance, weight estimation, operability and cost in order to deliver an optimised integrated solution for either wing or complete aircraft problems.
• Collaborating with the wider Future Projects team, other engineering teams, marketing and strategy - so communication skills will also be key.
• Undertake a series of placements in other business areas on Filton site, to gain wider knowledge of the business and develop your network.
• Possibility of undertaking a placement at another Airbus site, or even outside Airbus.
• Technical and soft skills training, opportunities to work on STEM projects aimed at inspiring the engineers of the future as well as personal development opportunities.
• 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 Future Projects Engineer!

What we are looking for

• A degree level or equivalent within Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering
• Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of aerospace or wider engineering
• 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.

Applications will close on 30th September 2026.

STATEMENT: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. You must also have (or will have) the right to work in the country of the position you are applying for.

Company: Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Entry Level

Job Family: Chief Engineering & Architecture

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