2026 Aerospace Electrical & Avionics Engineering Graduate

Leonardo
Yeovil
5 months ago
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Overview

Join to apply for the 2026 Aerospace Electrical & Avionics Engineering Graduate role at Leonardo.

What you’ll do

We are looking for enthusiastic Aerospace Electrical and Avionics Engineering Graduates to join our core engineering function at Leonardo Helicopters. During the programme, you will rotate on a 3-6 month basis across the Engineering department with the opportunity to do an external placement elsewhere in the business, allowing you to build on your technical knowledge and develop soft skills. You will receive an induction into Leonardo, followed by team building activities and an Engineering specific induction. You will input into the design of your training scheme to include placements that give an insight into the complete Helicopter Product Life Cycle. You will work with world-leading specialists to increase your technical skills and capability, and develop your academic and practical understanding of manufacturing and supply chain. The role includes defined engineering design and analysis tasks, development and integration of engineering solutions, simulation, modelling, testing and assessment activities to meet customer requirements, assistance with test plans, sub-system and system testing, and the production of standard engineering documents and reports."

  • Perform defined engineering design and analysis tasks, required for project, process and departmental purposes.
  • Develop and integrate engineering solutions from given broader design concepts and schemes.
  • Perform defined simulation, modelling, testing and assessment activities to ensure that the engineering solution meets customer requirements.
  • Assist with the creation of test plans and participate in sub system and system testing, using defined test procedures, to support the design, development and qualification process.
  • Produce standard engineering documents, reports and qualification statements within agreed formats for work undertaken.
  • Investigate assigned customer and product issues to produce a recommendation for their resolution.
What you’ll bringEntry Requirements
  • Minimum 2 1 Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering/Aerospace related subject
Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, which would include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information, visit the Leonardo careers security page.

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, key contributors in shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. We’re here to help you thrive professionally and personally.

  • Time to recharge: generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
  • Secure your future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
  • Your wellbeing matters: free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
  • Rewarding performance: eligible for our bonus scheme.
  • Join in our success: annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
  • Tailored perks: up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.

For a full list of benefits, visit the Leonardo careers page.

Primary Location

GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type

Fixed term

Hybrid Working

Hybrid


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