About the opportunity
When you begin your career with Airbus, you don’t just offer a job; you 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. You will gain a unique perspective on the world of Airbus while contributing directly in a specific, impactful position. During the two years, you will participate in soft-skill development workshops covering inclusive leadership, company values, resilience, communication, and emotional intelligence. Beyond daily responsibilities and training, you will join your global graduate community annually for an in-person dedicated development week. At the end of the two-year development program, you will have developed into the position of Satellite AIT Electrical Engineer.
Salary and benefits
- Personalized, two-year graduate development journey
- Soft-skill development workshops covering inclusive leadership, resilience, communication, and emotional intelligence
- Annual in-person dedicated development week with the global graduate community
- At least one rotational placement to support professional growth
- Transition into an established permanent position as a Satellite AIT Electrical Engineer
Who can apply?
- Degree level or equivalent within Electronics, Electrical Systems, Avionics, Space, or similar Engineering degree
- Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of engineering
- Strong verbal and written communication in English
- Desire to work in a collaborative, open, and trusting team environment focused on driving future innovation
- Self-aware with a wish to be in the driving seat of development
- High level of practical hands-on application of engineering
- Good knowledge of programming and scripting in a variety of languages (C, Java, bash scripting, etc.)
- Positive and proactive with a 'can do' attitude and reliable team player
- Able to produce clear and accurate documentation, reporting, and evidence-based decisions
- Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems
- Must have existing right to work in the UK or be eligible via other routes such as a Graduate Visa or Youth Mobility Scheme (Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not available)
Required documents
- CV / Resume
When to apply
- Applications close on 30th September 2026
- Applicants are advised to apply early as some roles may close before this date due to applications received
How to apply
- Submit an online application via the Airbus careers portal
- Complete the online task-based assessment
- Undergo application review by Talent Acquisition Partner and Manager
- Participate in the virtual assessment centre
- Receive an offer
Additional information
- Start date: September 2027
- Job location: Stevenage, United Kingdom
- This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space
- Applicants are requested to make only one application to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme
- All applications and CVs need to be in English
- Reasonable adjustments are available for candidates upon request
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Recent graduates in Electronics, Avionics, or Space Engineering
- Candidates with hands-on experience in C, Java, or bash scripting
- Individuals seeking a structured, long-term career path in the aerospace sector
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires the existing right to work in the UK
- Involves a two-year commitment with rotational placements
- On-site work mode in Stevenage is mandatory
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This program is designed for graduates aiming to transition into a permanent, specialized role within a global aerospace leader. It provides a comprehensive framework for professional growth, combining technical skill-building with soft-skill development to prepare participants for long-term success in the satellite engineering field.
Our take
Engineering graduates with a proactive 'can-do' attitude should apply, provided they meet the UK work authorization requirements; those seeking remote or flexible location options will not find this role suitable.
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