Graduate Structures Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer 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. What you will be doing You will be on a development journey to guide your growth into the role of AGGP2027 – Graduate - Structures Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer and can expect to be involved in the following: The co-Design and Manufacture of current and future aircraft parts using Optimisation Driven Design methods, Design for Additive Manufacturing principles and state of the Additive Manufacturing machines. Example of typical tools / technologies learned: Optimisation: ToffeeAM, Ntopology, Altair Optistrut; Design: CATIA, 3DX; AM Build File: Magic You will have the opportunity to further expand your knowledge of co-Design for Additive Manufacture via on the job training. Typically the E2E process covers the Optimised Design of Structural components & Systems Equipment, Creation of a Build File for manufacture on in-house machines to the Post - Processing of the parts There is also potential to work on projects targeting process improvement using Data Analytics and AI such as an ongoing project trending data from the builds in order to characterize defects and inclusions aimed at an alternative means of inspection. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with many areas of the business, discover future concepts and develop strong relationships with aircraft programmes and design offices to identify opportunities for Additive Manufactured parts. Your development journey 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 AGGP2027 – Graduate - Structures Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer What we look for To be a successful applicant to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme, you will need to demonstrate you have: A degree level or equivalent within a relevant field of study. Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. 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 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. STATEMENT: This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities. Diversity and Inclusion 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 monet