AGGP2027 - Fuel & Inerting Systems Graduate

Job Description:

AGGP2027 Fuel & Inerting Systems Graduate

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.

What you will be doing

• The Fuel & Inerting team are responsible for the design of the complete fuel system across every commercial Airbus aircraft, at all stages of the development lifecycle. From R&T projects to Flight Test Campaigns, you can expect plenty of opportunities across our entire range of products.
• You will have the opportunity to complete multiple placements around the business, both within and outside the Fuel Systems Domain, working as part of experienced teams to gain a breadth of knowledge and experience across all aspects of aircraft design and development.
• Our Graduate Engineers operate in a very challenging environment, and over time will have the opportunity to develop their skills and grow both as Engineers and Team Leaders, ultimately helping you to realise your potential.
• We are entering an exciting time in our industry with a focus very much on environmentally sustainable aviation. Therefore the work you complete with us is not just limited to traditional kerosene-based fuel systems but also to new and novel technologies. The design of current and future fuel systems for the next generation of Airbus aircraft and the impact that novel fuels such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel will have on these systems is of high importance and interest to enable Airbus to lead aviation into the future.

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 - Fuel & Inerting Systems Graduate !

What we look for

• Education to a degree level or equivalent within a relevant field of study: Aerospace and/or Aeronautical Engineering; Chemistry and/or Chemical Engineering; Computer Engineering and/or Science; Computer Modelling or related; Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Mechatronic Engineering. Software Engineering, Systems Engineering
• Desirable completed modules include Fluid Mechanics, Programming (Python, MatLab, C++), Thermodynamics, Modelling and Simulation, Systems Design and Integration, Power Electronics, Control Systems, Digital Circuits and Systems.
• Maximum of three years relevant work experience.
• 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.
• A natural excitement to work in the aviation industry, to explore engineering principles and create solutions based on technical intuition & evidence.
• A curiosity to learn new skills and look at things in different ways and develop within the programme.
• An ability to act with integrity and to speak up when necessary.
• A team-player attitude with the ability to work with others in an open, collaborative style.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding and appreciation of the future of aviation - specifically the impact that new fuels and technologies can have on Fuel and Inerting System design.

We love your interest in working for Airbus but we do ask that you make only one application to the Airbus Global Graduate Programme. We encourage you to take 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.

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 .

NB: Applications will close on 30th September 2026.

Company: Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Entry Level

Job Family: Fluid & Hydromechanics, Thermal

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 .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.