Graduate Power Engineering Scheme

Safran is a leading international high-technology group with two core business areas: aerospace and defence. Its 100,000 employees work across 30 countries, with limitless opportunity on offer within aerospace. Safran is sustainably changing aviation and contributing to a safer world. As one of the world’s most innovative companies, Safran develops everything from jet engines, landing systems and helicopter flight controls, through to optronic systems, nacelles, seats, and interiors. A diverse and talented workforce throughout the world. United by an unparalleled team spirit, a passion for overcoming obstacles and a desire to write a new chapter in the history of aviation. Our UK Graduate Programme Our Safran UK site, in Pitstone Buckinghamshire, is the Electrical and Power ‘Centre of Excellence’ for all commercial and military aircraft, power generation and motor system applications. We specialise in the design, development and testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems, encompassing both oil and air-cooled technologies. Additionally, our state-of-the-art ENGINeUS and GENeUS products are leading the electric propulsion market of the future. We recognise that aviation needs to innovate and change in order to protect our environment. We truly believe that future aircraft power systems will be hybrid-electric or full-electric, which is why we are working to develop and deliver advanced electrical solutions to help decarbonise flight. In addition to supporting the next generation of traditional aircraft, we are also working to support new technologies that will revolutionise the way we fly. What will I be doing on this graduate programme? Our Graduate Scheme gives you the chance to be embedded within our Engineering department and to work hands on across different projects through 3 to 6 month rotations. The capabilities you’ll develop could include: Thermal or thermal dynamics, Rotor dynamics, Systems engineering, Electromechanical design, Verification & Validation, Materials engineering, Electromagnetic engineering, Simulation and Engineering Processes & Configuration. What’s on offer? A £30k starting salary, plus access to benefits including health schemes, employee assistance programme, competitive contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance & 25 days Annual Leave per year, etc. Fantastic training opportunities, including being enrolled on the Graduate training programme coordinated by Safran University and previous graduates being available as support buddies. Support from Safran alongside your work to continue with your choice of professional studies to complement your ambition. A full calendar of charity fundraising and sports events including the Corporate Games! A great work/life balance (your workweek finishes by 12 noon on a Friday!) What skills do I need? A 2:1 or above (or equivalent) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a course that combines Mechanical with Electrical/Electronic Engineering. A recent or expected 2026 graduate with demonstrable interest in Aerospace through internships, work experience or extra-curricular activities. What’s the application process? Quickly Apply: Submit your CV – please personalise your CV with a short profile that reflects your interest in Safran Electrical & Power and this graduate opportunity. Telephone Call with the GRB Safran team – this is not an interview, just a chance for us to have a conversation around what made you apply and what makes you a good fit. Virtual Technical Assessment with the team at Safran taking place week commencing Monday 30th March. In-person Assessment Centre at the Safran Pitstone site taking place on Wednesday 15th April. By joining Safran, you’ll have the chance to shape and influence our exciting future, as you learn from our experts and take part in ground-breaking projects. Sound like the opportunity for you? If so, simply click ‘Apply Now’ and attach an up-to-date CV – GRB will then be in touch shortly after. This is a popular scheme and spaces fill up on a rolling basis so to ensure yourself a chance at the next stage, make sure you apply ASAP.