Graduate Aerospace Engineer, Wales- September 2025

GE Aviation; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join their dynamic Engineering team in Wales. This two-year fixed-term contract offers recent graduates the chance to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world environment, contributing to innovative projects in aviation technology. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights into advanced jet engines and components while developing your technical skills. This role promises a unique blend of office and hands-on experience, fostering your growth in a supportive and flexible workplace that values work-life balance.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Non-contributory pension

Life assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Holiday entitlement of 26 days

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 accredited degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering team with daily activities and technical documentation.
• Develop analytical skills and introduce process improvements.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency with PC applications

Knowledge of Aircraft Propulsion systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

Two-year fixed-term contract within the Engineering team at Wales.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, curiosity, and unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Positions are available within the Engineering department for a two-year fixed-term Graduate Engineer role. These positions are designed for graduates with a MEng / BEng degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent. Candidates will have the opportunity to apply their academic and innovative knowledge gained through their degree to a real work environment with many responsibilities.

The successful candidate will work within the GE Aerospace Wales Engineering team as a Graduate Engineer. The role will be office-based but will require significant time on the shop floor to develop skills and capabilities. During this time, you will learn and develop your skills with the goal of providing day-to-day technical support to maintenance technicians. You will have the opportunity to work with professional engineers on projects that ensure continuous improvements and growth for the business and your team.

The role will provide exposure to hardware from GE90 and CFM56 product lines. The successful candidate will need to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver results. This position requires high levels of cross-functional teamwork with departments outside of Engineering, such as operations, planning, quality, sourcing, and EH&S.

As part of the graduate program, the company will support the application for professional accreditation of IENG.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Wales Engineering team in day-to-day activities
• Learn to compile technical documentation
• Verify technical data
• Use computer systems to communicate technical data to the workforce
• Develop analytical skills and introduce process improvements
• Liaise with OEM and customer engineers

Required Qualifications

A minimum 2:1 accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.

Desired Qualifications/Attributes

• Team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to reprioritize workload under short deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Unquestionable integrity and discretion dealing with proprietary information
• Flexible to work extended hours as needed
• Proficiency with PC applications (PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
• Proactive, accurate, and detail-oriented
• Willingness to take on various tasks with little supervision
• Knowledge of Aircraft Propulsion systems/hardware
• Component repair and special process knowledge
• Understanding of Aviation/MRO business
• Placement/summer internship within Engineering

Flexible Working

GE supports flexible working arrangements, recognizing the benefits of a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

Our flexible benefits plan, FlexChoice, offers freedom, choice, and flexibility. Default benefits include:

• Performance-related bonus
• Non-contributory pension
• Life assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday entitlement of 26 days, with options to buy or sell

Recruitment Process

Initial CV application, followed by potential video interview, and possibly an on-site assessment centre. Our team will keep you informed at each stage. For adjustments, contact [e-mail].

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained. If not obtained, employment may be withdrawn. Details at BPSS.

Right to Work

Applications from those needing sponsorship are considered. Sponsorship is not available for early careers roles. More info at UK Visas and Immigration.

Additional Job Description

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

OTHSAL

Relocation Assistance Provided

No