Graduate - Manufacturing Engineering

Graduate Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering Graduate Location: Wolverhampton Contract: 3-year graduate programme Start Date: September 2026 What does the role look like? Our Manufacturing Engineering Graduate Programme is designed for ambitious graduates who are passionate about solving complex challenges and redefining aerospace. Over three years, you'll gain hands-on experience across a range of manufacturing functions, building the skills and knowledge to become one of Safran's next generation of engineers and technical leaders. Based in Wolverhampton, you'll rotate across key areas such as New Product Introduction, New Technology, Continuous Improvement, Operational Support, and Project Management, gaining a broad understanding of how products move from design through to full-scale production. You'll learn to identify and implement process improvements, apply innovative technologies, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. This programme will enable you to work on live projects that directly impact aerospace production, while developing your leadership, technical, and problem-solving capabilities in a supportive environment.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? • Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) by translating concept designs into robust manufacturing processes. • Implementing new technology and automation solutions within existing manufacturing systems. • Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimise quality. • Providing operational support to ensure monthly production and delivery targets are achieved. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects safely, on time, and to specification. • Contributing ideas for innovation and process development to help shape the future of our manufacturing capability.

What will you bring to the role? Essential skills: • A minimum 2:1 degree in an Engineering discipline. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • A passion for innovation and continuous improvement. • A focus on sustainability and engineering excellence. • Effective communication skills (written and verbal). • Strong personal organisation and self-management skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. Desirable skills: • Experience with 2D drafting or 3D modelling software. • Exposure to 3D printing or additive manufacturing. • Practical hobbies or projects demonstrating engineering curiosity. • Work experience, placements, or volunteering that show proactive engagement with the profession.

About us Safran is a global leader in aerospace and defence, trusted for our expertise in fly-by-wire, hydraulic, and electro-hydraulic actuation systems. Our mission is to make aviation smarter, safer, and more sustainable. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups currently underrepresented in aerospace.

Recruitment Process & Timeline We believe in making our recruitment process transparent and rewarding: 1. Application – Apply online with your CV. 2. Quick Personality & Motivational Assessment (October 2025) – A 10–15 minute mobile questionnaire using a simple swipe-right/left style. You'll also receive your own personalised feedback report to use however you wish. 3. HireVue Video Interview (October–November 2025) – Record responses to three short questions (max 5 minutes each). Hiring teams will review these and select candidates for the next stage. 4. Assessment Centre – Onsite in Wolverhampton (December 2025) – Includes an interview, presentation, and group tasks. You'll also meet the hiring team and gain a deeper understanding of the role and expectations. 5. Final Decision (January 2026) – Offers will be made by this date at the latest. Please note that potential candidates will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks, and that project access restrictions may apply to some nationalities.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.) • Competitive salary (£30,000) • Company performance bonus scheme • Pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution • Private medical insurance • Comprehensive health cash plan • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays • Flexible benefits programme (holiday trading, gym discounts, enhanced parental leave) • Structured graduate training & career development, including support towards professional accreditation • Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects & more!

Company Information Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

Locate your future workplace Stratford Road WV10 7EH Wolverhampton England United Kingdom