Overview
Start date: September 2026
Are you a university graduate with the aspiration, enthusiasm, and talent to help us pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world? 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 support your growth through the Airbus Global Graduate development journey. This is a personalized, two-year experience designed to cultivate your professional skills, enhance your business acumen, and hone your technical abilities. The program places emphasis on developing leadership potential from day one, while you contribute in a specific, impactful position.
During the programme, you will join your global graduate community for a dedicated development week to connect with peers, learn from seasoned leaders, and gain industry insights. You will become a valued team member from day one, sharpening skills in an area important to Airbus and learning about the business, opportunities, challenges, and needs. You will be prepared to take on future leadership challenges within Airbus.
You will have the opportunity to do your best work in an industry reshaping how we live in our world.
If you're ready to embark on this journey and unlock your potential, apply below.
What you will be doing
Airbus Defence and Space - Space Digital UK/US is a world leader in secure satellite communications and ground infrastructure networks, providing governments, militaries and international agencies with mission-critical voice and high-speed data communications on land, at sea and in the air.
The project management team leads and manages the delivery of these projects. Our Graduate Project Management development journey equips you with the skills, tools and experience to lead and drive project delivery while preparing you for a recognised project management qualification.
You will be on a development pathway to grow into the role of Project Manager and can expect to be involved in the following:
* Provide an active role and use critical judgment in the development of all project deliverables
* Ensure quality and timely submission of all project deliverables and documentation as assigned by the PM
* Proactively communicate with sponsors, the team, and other relevant stakeholders for each assigned project as directed by the PM
* Support to ensure compliance with all contractual commitments defined in contracts with vendors
* Manage work packages as allocated by the Head of PMO
You will also work closely with the Project Manager to ensure:
* A smooth transition of awarded projects from Business Development and Sales to the project delivery team
* Project requirements, standards, and documentation are followed
* Projects are in scope, on schedule, and within budget
* Deliver reporting on the project status and health
* Identifying, managing, and resolving project risks and issues
* Monitoring quality assurance and change control processes
During your time on the programme you will learn from, and be guided by, a mentor from other Project Managers and the Project Management Office.
Your development pathway will include a minimum of one rotational placement to support your growth into position. Throughout the two-year development programme you will become a Project Manager.
What we are looking 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 Engineering or Business
* Demonstrable experience in project management (in either education or professional environments)
* 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
STATEMENT: This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities
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. We encourage you to decide which of our opportunities is right for you and submit an application that best represents you and your skills for the role you have selected.
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 30th September. Some roles may close early due to applications received.
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples include accessible facilities or extra time for written exercises. Any information disclosed will be treated confidentially.
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Company
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level
Job Family: Programme & Project Management
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