SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS: GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES SEPTEMBER 2026
Offers for graduate positions may be issued in Program Management & Project Management

We, at Spirit AeroSystems, are proud to build and support world-class aerostructures for commercial and business aircraft in global spanets. 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 meet aviation’s sustainability goals.

We’re team players who put people first in our efforts to succeed as an organisation and to grow as individuals.  We’re keen to strengthen and broaden our  Program/Project Management talent pool in Belfast with graduates who can bring innovative thinking and enthusiasm, as well as the knowledge and skills our organisation requires.

These exciting Program/Project Management graduate opportunities offer:

• 36 hour working week (half-day Friday)
• Generous holidays
• Range of flexible schedules
• Professional development and growth
• Coaching and mentoring
• Opportunity for advancement
• Pension scheme
• Generous Life Cover
• Company sick scheme
• On-site Occupational Health department
• Employee Assistance programme
• Free car-parking
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Working in a graduate position for Spirit AeroSystems you will have the opportunity to get involved in a range of interesting tasks and activities.
• Depending on your role you will be working on a range of local/global projects.
• You will be involved in complex activity, dealing with internal and external stakeholders, problem solving and negotiation.
• Youll learn from hands-on coaching and will be actively encouraged to contribute to continuous improvement.

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.

• Successful candidates will have an honours degree (minimum 2.2) in a directly relevant business-related subject or relevant Engineering subject.

Desirable Criteria:

• Successful candidates will have an honours degree preference may be given to those holding a Masters, 1st or 2.1 in a directly relevant subject as in the essential criteria.
• Demonstrable relevant experience (e.g. placement or post study) to complement theoretical/academic skills.

Qualification must be obtained by 30th June 2026

All applicants will be considered for graduate positions in Summer 2026, however those applicants who have already attained the required qualifications, will be considered for any available positions in late 2025 / early 2026

Completed applications must be submitted by Thursday 18^th December at 16:00 

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.