AGGP2027 – Graduate - Structures Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer

Cooper & Hall Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited offers a two-year Global Graduate Programme in Structures Additive Manufacturing Design Engineering. You will participate in rotation placements to build leadership and technical capabilities from day one, within a collaborative aerospace environment.

You will gain experience with CATIA, 3DX, and AM tooling such as ToffeeAM, Ntopology, and Altair Optistrut while developing to become a Graduate - Structures AM Design Engineer.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field.
• Fresh graduates or first professional experience in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Interest in additive manufacturing and design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in co-design and manufacture of parts using additive manufacturing methods.
• Learn and apply optimisation and design tools (ToffeeAM, Ntopology, Altair Optistrut).
• Collaborate across teams to develop AM processes and build files for in-house machines.

Skills

Additive Manufacturing

Data Analytics

Collaboration

Leadership Potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

3DX

ToffeeAM

Ntopology

Altair Optistrut

Magic

Job description

Job Description

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.

What you will be doing

You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role and can expect to be involved in the following:

• The co-Design and Manufacture of current and future aircraft parts using Optimisation Driven Design methods, Design for Additive Manufacturing principles and state of the Additive Manufacturing machines.
• Example of typical tools / technologies learned: Optimisation: ToffeeAM, Ntopology, Altair Optistrut; Design: CATIA, 3DX; AM Build File: Magic
• You will have the opportunity to further expand your knowledge of co-Design for Additive Manufacture via on the job training. Typically the E2E process covers the Optimised Design of Structural components & Systems Equipment, Creation of a Build File for manufacture on in-house machines to the Post - Processing of the parts
• There is also potential to work on projects targeting process improvement using Data Analytics and AI such as an ongoing project trending data from the builds in order to characterize defects and inclusions aimed at an alternative means of inspection.
• You will have the opportunity to collaborate with many areas of the business, discover future concepts and develop strong relationships with aircraft programmes and design offices to identify opportunities for Additive Manufactured parts.

Your development journey will include a minimum of one rotational placement to support your growth into the position.

At the end of the two year development programme you will have developed into the position of Graduate - Structures Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer.

What we look for

To be a successful applicant to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme, you will need to demonstrate you have:

• A degree level or equivalent within a relevant field of study. Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of Aerospace or Mechanical 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.

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, such as a Graduate Visa or Youth Mobility Scheme.

STATEMENT: This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.

The recruitment process

Online application -> Online Task Based Assessment -> Application Review (Talent Acquisition Partner & Manager) -> Virtual Assessment Centre -> Offer!

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 are not exclusive to) accessible facilities and additional time for written exercises etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Structure Design & Integration

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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.

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.