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AGGP2027 – Graduate Wing In-Service Repair Engineer
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AGGP2027 – Graduate Wing In-Service Repair Engineer
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.
If you're ready to embark on this transformative journey and unlock your full potential, apply below.
What you will be doing
You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role of Wing In-Service Repair Engineer and can expect to be involved in the following:
- You will be part of the team responsible for defining repairs for wings across the whole of the Airbus commercial fleet, from the remaining A300s flying to the latest A350. The department’s engineers provide repair solutions ranging from small items fixed in hours, to major incidents taking weeks or months to resolve. We also collaborate in the design of the latest aircraft to ensure future designs are repairable, and support research activities including full scale wing tests. You will work closely with the department’s experienced engineers, as well as with specialists in other key areas of the business.
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- You will be on a development pathway to guide your growth into the role of Wing In-Service Repair Engineer and can expect to be involved in the following:
- Repair design, including CAD tools, to define the repair and provide instructions on how to install it.
- Stress analysis using a range of calculation methods and tools to demonstrate the structural performance of repairs.
- Fatigue and Damage Tolerance analysis to show that the repaired structure will remain safe for the aircraft’s life.
- Ensuring that the repair meets all the requirements (certification, manufacturing etc.) necessary to ensure a safe and effective solution.
Rotational placements during the development programme would typically include an out-of-business placement (e.g. with an Airline or Maintenance Repair Organisation), combined with placements at key internal teams such as Customer Services, Chief Engineers or Future Projects. Your development pathway 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 Wing In-Service Repair Engineer!
What we are looking for
To be a successful applicant, you will need to demonstrate you have:
- A degree level qualification or equivalent within a relevant field of study
- Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of aerostructures design and/or analysis.
- 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.
Please note, 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.
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