AGGP2027– Graduate Wing Structures / Systems Installation / Materials and Processes Engineer

targetjobs UK; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Belfast invites university graduates to join a two-year Global Graduate development journey in Wing Structures, Systems Installation or M&P Engineering. The program develops leadership, technical skills, and business acumen through rotations, training, and a dedicated development week with leaders.

During the two years you will gain hands-on experience, support from mentors, and the chance to contribute to aerospace innovations in a global team, with a pathway to

Qualifications

• Degree level or equivalent in a relevant field of study.
• Degree types: Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science (2:1 or higher).
• Recently graduated or first professional experience in a relevant field.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Static Stress analyses and FEM-based analysis.
• Utilize CATIA tools for design in Wing Structures and/or Systems installation.
• Perform Fatigue and Damage Tolerance analysis.
• Engage in Digitalization and automation through coding.
• Evaluate materials (metals, composites) and define coatings/sealants.
• Represent engineering during plant activities and drive process improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Coding skills

Data analysis

Education

Aeronautical/Mechanical Eng or Materials Science (2:1+)

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Start date September 2027Are 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.

Job Description

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. Crucially, 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.

Beyond your daily responsibilities and a comprehensive schedule of training, you'll join your global graduate community annually for a 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 – and, 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

You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role of Wing Structures, Systems Installation Engineer or M&P Engineer in the Wing Engineering Team in Belfast and can expect to be involved in the following:

• Static Stress analysis, from first principles to FEM-based analysis
• Design – CATIA tools, configuration management and DMU in Wing Structures and/or Systems installation
• Fatigue and Damage Tolerance analysis
• Digitalization - automating processes using coding skills
• Materials and Processes - Evaluation of materials (metals, composites), defining coatings/sealants, ensuring regulatory compliance and support to qualification.
• Plant Engineering - Representation of engineering in the plant providing a single voice to the customer, supporting non-conformances and driving improvements into the industrial system.

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 either Design, Analysis, M&P engineer in Wing Structures, Systems installation or Wing Plant Engineering Teams in Belfast.

What We Are Looking For

To be a successful applicant, you will need to demonstrate you have:

• A degree level or equivalent within a relevant field of study
• Degree type: Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science (2:1 or higher)
• Recently graduated or first professional experience in a relevant field
• Demonstrated experience in a relevant field via a project, placement or internship is desirable
• 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.
• Good knowledge of coding and data analysis techniques (desirable but not essential).
• Natural curiosity and excitement to explore
• Excitement to work in a dynamic and changing environment
• Passion about Aerospace and the challenges of the civil aircraft market
• Sensitivity to clients needs and ability to develop good client relationships

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, 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. 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.

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

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.

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.