Graduate Airframe Engineer

Graduate Airframe Engineer Overview

As a Graduate Airframe Engineer at BAE Systems, you will join a team dedicated to the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of advanced combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. This role is based in Warton/Samlesbury, Lancashire, and offers a competitive salary of £34,000 per annum, along with a £2,000 welcome bonus.

The Graduate Airframe Engineering role encompasses four key disciplines: Aerodynamics, Design, Materials, and Structures. Each discipline has specific responsibilities:

• Aerodynamics: Utilize wind tunnel testing and computational methods to analyze and optimize aircraft designs, ensuring safety across the flight envelope.
• Design Engineering: Engage with stakeholders, manage product bill of materials, and create CAD definitions for optimized and manufacturable products.
• Materials Engineering: Analyze, qualify, and test materials, investigate their properties and failures, and develop new materials for airborne platforms.
• Structures Engineering: Conduct structural analysis calculations to validate the strength, stiffness, and longevity of BAE Systems platforms.

The Air Team at BAE Systems has a rich history in the aerospace sector, supporting the design and production of notable aircraft such as the Typhoon, F-35, and Tempest. Joining BAE Systems means being part of a global network where your unique skills contribute to pioneering advancements in defense, aerospace, and security solutions.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity of backgrounds and perspectives is valued. We recognize that a diverse workforce strengthens our teams and enhances our capabilities.

To qualify for this role, you must have obtained or be predicted to obtain a minimum of a 2:2 Bachelorâ??s degree or a pass at Masterâ??s level in relevant fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or Mathematics. Additionally, applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard and may require higher levels of National Security Vetting, necessitating 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.

This position is permanent, with a start date of 6th September 2027. The application deadline is Thursday, 24 September 2026, at 08:44 (UK time).

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s (with 2:2)

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