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SHORTS BROTHERS PLC (Spirit Aero)
Belfast
7 months ago
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SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS: GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES SEPTEMBER 2025 ENGINEERING (Positions available in both our Engineering and Aftermarket teams) We, at Spirit AeroSystems, are proud to build and support world-class aerostructures for commercial and business aircraft in global markets. We have more than 100 years history and a bright future!? We pride ourselves in the research and development of advanced materials and ultra-light structures to help support aviations sustainability goals. Were team players who put people first in our efforts to succeed as an organisation and to grow as individuals.?Were keen to strengthen and broaden our?Engineering and Aftermarket capability in Belfast with graduates who can bring innovative thinking and enthusiasm, as well as the knowledge and skills our organisation requires. These exciting Engineering graduate opportunitiesoffer: 36 hour working week (half-day Friday) Generous holidays Range of flexible schedules Pension scheme Generous life cover On-site Occupational Health department Employee Assistance programme Professional development and growth Coaching and mentoring Opportunity for advancement Free car-parking Enhanced maternity/paternity pay Responsibilities Current requirements are in the areas of Design, Stress, Technical Systems (Aircraft Systems, Avionics and Equipment), Supporting Analysis (Aerodynamics, Thermodynamics) and Materials and Processes. Wherever your initial placement, youll get the opportunity to work with different teams, explore where your own skills and interests lie and consider your future focus.As we enter a new chapter for aerospace product design, manufacture and testing, were on the cusp of transformational opportunities. The quality of our people is extremely important to us and, ideally, applicants should have a strong academic background coupled with excellent interpersonal skills in communication and teamwork with lots of commitment, self-discipline, and motivation. Qualifications Candidate Requirements: Applicants are responsible for ensuring that sufficient detail is provided on the application form to demonstrate how they meet the appropriate job criteria, as this alone will be used for vetting purposes. Honoursdegree (minimum 2.2) in a directly relevant subject (Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Product-Design Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Advanced Composites and Polymers, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or Electrical / Electronic Engineering) where the course content has been accredited by one of the major engineering institutions enabling applicants to pursue CEng status. Requirement to work 36 hours per week 5 days a week in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Positive, enthusiastic and hardworking attitude combined with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in aerospace industry as a career. Desirable Criteria: A 2.1, 1stclass honours degree or masters may be considered during the shortlisting for this role. Preference may be given to candidates with an Aeronautical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Degree. Qualification must be obtained by 30th June 2025 All applicants will be considered for graduate positions in Summer 2025, however those applicants who have already attained the required qualifications, will be considered for any available positions in late 2024 / early 2025 Completed applications must be submitted by 12PM Friday 1stNovember 2024. We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. Skills: Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Mechanical Benefits: See advert

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