Edinburgh Airport
Graduate Airport Systems Specialist
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Graduate Airport Systems Specialist
Graduate Airport Systems Specialist
Technical Asset Vacancy type: Graduate Closing date: 17/07/2026 Salary: £36,983
About the Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to kickstart a career in aviation. At Edinburgh Airport, you have the chance to deliver meaningful and tangible change. You will walk around the terminal and campus and see the difference you have helped make.
Our Systems Specialists manage and maintain the core solutions which support the entire airport operation. From critical resource management (ERP) to flight information displays and bag drop solutions.
We provide in-depth subject matter expertise on the technical solutions and the operational procedures they support. We work closely with our airport colleagues to get the best from the systems we have, to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Problem-solving and finding creative solutions via technology, to deliver high-quality operations and valuable data, is a large part of what we do.
In a graduate role, you will also be exposed to other technical disciplines and teams to help broaden your airport knowledge while adding value to our organisation.
About the Recruitment Process
The recruitment process for this role will be comprised of two stages. There will be a first stage Teams interview, and successful candidates will then be invited to an in-person, second interview involving a presentation to be confirmed on invite to interview.
Depending on the volume of applications, we may introduce an online assessment as a first sifting stage.
Notes:
- Our interview process may be adjusted depending on the volume of candidates.
- We are committed to supporting diverse ways of thinking and working. If you require adjustments in the recruitment process, please let us know on your application.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Work alongside existing systems experts on day-to-day tasks and management of core solutions.
- Learn from our IT specialists and managers, who will coach and mentor you throughout your 24-month programme.
- Get involved in various IT projects and initiatives that support the airport’s operations and growth plans.
- Work with airport teams and partners to understand their roles and responsibilities.
- Play a role in active projects to deliver new or upgraded systems.
- Take responsibility for delivering improvements to minor airport systems.
- Assist in the design of changes and enhancements to core airport systems, ensuring enhancements deliver technically and operationally and proactively seek out and recommend improvements.
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What We’re Looking For
To apply for this role, you’ll need:
- To have completed (or be about to complete) a technology-related degree, or a strong interest in technology paired with a degree in another discipline.
- This role requires the successful candidate to obtain a Counter Terrorist Check (therefore you must have been living in the UK for the last 3 consecutive years).
- A keen attention to detail.
- A positive and supportive manner.
- A curious mindset and passion for learning new things.
- Strong communication skills to build strong working relationships with others.
- An openness to change and new ways of working.
- Good problem-solving abilities.
- The ability to work on your own initiative.
- Enthusiasm for a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and demands.
We encourage applicants whose experience fits slightly differently. You could add something we didn’t know we needed.
How We’ll Support You
- Provide mentoring from existing systems and operational specialists, ensuring student guidance and reassurance.
- Offer formal technical or specialist training where needed.
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What We’ll Offer You
- Pension scheme (employer contributions up to 7%).
- 32 days holiday, based on full-time roles, with annual increases depending on service.
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Health and wellbeing support, including:
- Private healthcare after 1 year of service.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
- Occupational health services.
- Free car parking on site and during holidays.
Other benefits available, accessible here.
Why EDI?
We are Edinburgh Airport. The combined story of Scotland and the world relies on our success. The dedication of every team member is the reason behind our progress and successes. We value your efforts!
Professional development is core to our approach. We support in-house and external training opportunities, both aligned with your role objectives and personal career goals.
At EDI, we value innovation and excellence and we uphold these core ** values**. Questions during interviews will be related to how you demonstrate our values in practice.
If this resonates with you, apply now. Your career is about to take off.
Inclusivity
As a Disability Confident Leader, we’re committed to providing equal opportunities for applicants with disabilities.
If adjustments, such as parking arrangements or alternative communication methods, are required, please inform us in your application form.
We work with Inclusive Employers, an organisation dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces through workshops, resources, webinars, and our Diversity & Inclusion strategy.
You can learn more here.
Colleagues at EDI engage in various projects and groups. Participating in Employee groups, such as Diversity, STEM, Wellbeing, or establishing your own community is encouraged—express yourself at work.
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