Project Management Graduate

Project Management Graduate

Please note: Collins Aerospace is now Safran

What does the role look like?

Our Project Management Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate your career in aerospace. Based at our Actuation World Headquarters in Wolverhampton, you'll be part of a team leading projects that span civil and military aviation, from sustainable technologies to advanced manufacturing innovation.You'll be involved in every stage of the project lifecycle — from initial planning and scheduling through to delivery and continuous improvement — giving you exposure to both the technical and commercial side of project management.

This scheme is designed to accelerate your career in Project and Programme Management. Together we will develop you to become an expert in all aspects of project planning and execution, how to balance competing priorities and how to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure we are meeting the needs of our diverse customer base. Being a part of our Project Management community, you'll be assigned a dedicated mentor to support and guide you, complementing your career development and fueling your aspirations.

You will work collaboratively with engineers, operations teams, and customers to ensure projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest standards of quality

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Supporting the planning, scheduling, and delivery of projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer and business objectives.
• Preparing project documentation, progress reports, and stakeholder updates.
• Monitoring budgets, timelines, and risks to ensure delivery success.
• Contributing to problem-solving and process improvements.
• Gaining exposure to cutting-edge aerospace projects and technologies.

Job Requirements

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine interest in project management and aerospace.

Desirable skills:

• Leadership potential and problem-solving ability.
• Interest in innovation and change management.

Recruitment Process & Timeline

We believe in making our recruitment process transparent and rewarding:

• Application – Apply online with your CV.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Final Decision (January 2026) – Offers will be made by this date at the latest.

Apply now and start your career in aerospace project management with Safran.

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 projects & more!

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.