Project Management Graduate

Safran Group

Wolverhampton

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Company performance bonus scheme
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer
Private medical insurance
Comprehensive health cash plan
25 days annual leave plus bank/bankhol
Flexible benefits programme
Training, development and career

Job summary

Safran in Wolverhampton is launching a Project Management Graduate programme that offers hands-on experience within our Project Management community, supporting civil and military aerospace programmes.

Over three years you'll learn all stages of the project lifecycle—from planning to delivery—working with engineers, operations teams and customers, with mentoring and regular development reviews to build leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

  • Achieved, or on track to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • A proactive attitude and genuine interest in project management and aerospace.
  • Leadership experience through work, university, sport, volunteering or extracurricular activities.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Interest in innovation, change management or continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Support the planning, scheduling and delivery of projects from initiation through to completion.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve customer and business objectives.
  • Prepare project documentation, reports and stakeholder updates.
  • Monitor project budgets, timescales and risks, supporting successful delivery.
  • Analyse project performance data and provide insights to support decision-making.
  • Support continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Gain exposure to a range of aerospace projects, technologies and customers.
  • Develop your project management knowledge, skills and professional network.
  • Take ownership of your development and career progression.

Skills

Strong communication
Organisational skills
Leadership experience
Analytical thinking
Problem solving
Proactive attitude

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree

Job description

Project Management Graduate

Location: Wolverhampton
Contract Type: Three-Year Fixed-Term Graduate Programme
Start Date: September 2027

Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together

Safran is a global leader in aerospace, defence and space, designing and supporting innovative technologies that shape the future of aviation.

As a Project Management Graduate, you'll join a structured development programme designed to accelerate your career and prepare you for future leadership opportunities within our business.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Company performance bonus scheme
  • Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
  • Private medical insurance
  • Comprehensive health cash plan
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Flexible benefits programme
  • Training, development and career progression opportunities
About the Role

Based at our Actuation Systems headquarters in Wolverhampton, you'll gain hands-on experience within our Project Management community, working on projects that support both civil and military aerospace programmes.

Over three years, you'll develop a strong understanding of project and programme management, gaining exposure to all stages of the project lifecycle, from planning and scheduling through to delivery and continuous improvement. You'll work on business-critical projects, helping to balance customer requirements, timescales, budgets and risk, while developing the skills needed for a successful career in project management.

You'll work closely with engineers, operations teams and customers, supported by experienced colleagues, dedicated mentoring and regular development reviews. Throughout the programme, you'll build the knowledge, confidence and leadership capabilities required to progress within Safran's global project management community.

Responsibilities
  • Support the planning, scheduling and delivery of projects from initiation through to completion.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve customer and business objectives.
  • Prepare project documentation, reports and stakeholder updates.
  • Monitor project budgets, timescales and risks, supporting successful delivery.
  • Analyse project performance data and provide insights to support decision-making.
  • Support continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Gain exposure to a range of aerospace projects, technologies and customers.
  • Develop your project management knowledge, skills and professional network.
  • Take ownership of your development and career progression.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Criteria
  • Achieved, or be on track to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • A proactive attitude and genuine interest in project management and aerospace.
Desirable Criteria
  • Leadership experience through work, university, sport, volunteering or extracurricular activities.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Interest in innovation, change management or continuous improvement.
Recruitment Process
Stage 1 - Application
Stage 2 - Online Assessment & Video Interview

Suitable applicants will be invited to complete an online assessment and video interview.

Stage 3 - Assessment Centre

1 December 2026 | Wolverhampton
The assessment centre will include an interview, presentation and group exercise, along with an opportunity to meet the team and learn more about Safran.

Stage 4 - Final Decision

Successful candidates can expect to receive offers during December 2026.

Stage 5 - Onboarding

Our Early Careers team will support you before you join, providing regular updates and opportunities to connect with fellow graduates.

Inclusion & Belonging at Safran

We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply.

We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully.

We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success.

Get Involved

You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including:

  • Women at Safran
  • Diversity at Safran
  • STEM Ambassadors
  • Employee Forum
  • Sports & Social Clubs
  • Charity Partnerships
  • Health & Wellbeing Programmes

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.

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