AGGP2027 - Systems Test Graduate

Airbus; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited invites graduates to join the AGGP2027 - Systems Test Graduate programme. This two-year experience accelerates growth through personalized development, with a strong emphasis on leadership potential, exposure to real tests, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering teams.

You will rotate through placements to build hands-on experience with system certification, lab test activities, and in-service issue resolution while gaining deep insight into Airbus'

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or Science with a problem solving mindset.
• Recent graduates or first professional experience in aerospace engineering, testing, rig design/build or experimentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Desire to work in a collaborative team focused on innovation.
• Willingness to drive your development and take on responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support system certification through integrated rig testing and analysis.
• Advance maturity of AC systems through collaboration with engineering teams.
• React to and help resolve in-service system issues.
• Aim for product safety beyond certification requirements.
• Align lab test and flight test activities for synergy.
• Define and validate Lab Test Requirements and test benches.
• Perform system level testing of new fuel hardware and software functionality.
• Use big data techniques to correlate design, test rigs and flight behavior.
• Role is predominantly on-site to gain hands-on product exposure.

Skills

Engineering mindset

Problem solving

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Self-driven development

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Job description

Job Description

AGGP2027 - Systems Test Graduate

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

• Support system certification through integrated rig testing and analysis
• Establish and improve the maturity of AC systems through the collaboration with other engineering teams
• React to and help resolve in-service system issues
• Aim for product safety beyond certification requirements
• Implement synergies and alignment between rig and flight test
• Agreement on Lab Test Requirements, definition and validation of test benches
• System level testing of new fuel hardware and software functionality In-service investigation by reproducing events on test benches
• Preparing Lab Test Results Analysis Use of big data techniques to achieve cross-correlation between design, test rig and flight behavior
• The role gives hands on contact with the product and as such requires a predominantly on site presence

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 Test Engineer!

What we are looking for

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

• A degree level or equivalent within Engineering or Science with a problem solving “mindset”
• Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of aerospace engineering, testing, rig design/build, design of experimentation and coding
• 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.

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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

Testing

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