AGGP2027 - Graduate Manufacturing Engineer I

Airbus • Kinston, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus is seeking university graduates with aspiration, enthusiasm, and talent to pioneer sustainable aerospace. The Airbus Global Graduate development journey is a personalized, two-year experience designed to cultivate professional skills, enhance business acumen, and hone technical abilities, with a strong emphasis on developing leadership potential. Graduates will gain a unique perspective on Airbus while contributing directly in an impactful position. The program includes soft-skill development in areas like inclusive leadership, resilience, communication, and emotional intelligence, through workshops and an annual in-person development week with peers and leaders. The goal is to develop graduates into established team members, sharpening skills in strategically important areas, gaining a deep understanding of Airbus's business, and preparing them for future leadership challenges.

Requirements

• A degree level or equivalent within a relevant field of study such as Mechanical or Aerospace engineering.
• Recently graduated or first professional experience in the field of Engineering or Manufacturing Operations (0 - 3 years of experience).
• Strong verbal and written communication in 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.
• Ability to work in the US without current or future need of visa sponsorship.
• Awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Project work supporting process improvements in the Manufacturing Engineering ecosystem.
• Daily Manufacturing Engineer operations, including work order management, implementation of work process improvements to address non-conformities, and providing shop-floor engineering support to operations and quality.
• Gaining proficiency in Airbus manufacturing engineering computer systems, such as document control systems, SAP Manufacturing Execution System, Zamiz, and more.
• Incorporating engineering principles and analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Developing critical interpersonal skills through interaction with colleagues on the shop floor, in local engineering offices, and with colleagues in European Manufacturing Engineer centers.
• Participating in rotational placements designed to support professional development, which could include different phases of the manufacturing process, rotations through the quality department, or in adjacent departments and/or sites.

Benefits

• Development pathway for growth into the role of Graduate Manufacturing Engineer.
• Comprehensive schedule of training.
• Annual in-person dedicated development week with global graduate community.
• Rotational placements for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level