Graduate - Business Operations

Graduate - Business Operations M/F

Published 10.07.2025

Company :
Safran Electronics & Defense

Job field :
Industrial Engineering

Location :
Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

Contract type :
Graduate Program

Contract duration :
Full-time

Professional status :
Student

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Business Operations Graduate

Location:

Wolverhampton (with opportunities to travel)

Contract:

3-year graduate programme

Start Date:

September 2026

What does the role look like?

Our Business Operations Graduate Programme is designed to develop the next generation of business leaders r three years, you ll gain hands-on experience across key business functions and learn how to drive performance, optimise processes, and support the delivery of world-class aerospace products.

Based in Wolverhampton, you ll rotate through a range of core areas such as Operations & Programme Management, Quality, Value Stream Management, Business Strategy, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial. Each rotation will provide exposure to real business challenges, helping you build commercial insight and develop a broad understanding of how different functions connect to achieve strategic goals.

You'll be supported by mentors, training, and professional development opportunities throughout the programme — helping you gain the skills, confidence, and leadership experience to build a successful career in business operations.

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

• Supporting operational and programme management teams to deliver business objectives.
• Analysing data and producing reports to inform decision-making across key business areas.
• Contributing to improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, and finance.
• Assisting in strategic and commercial planning, budgeting, and performance tracking.
• Gaining experience in stakeholder management, business communication, and change leadership.

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

• A minimum 2:1 degree (or predicted)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
• A proactive, motivated, and professional attitude.
• Passion for aerospace and a desire to make a real impact.

Desirable skills:

• International mindset and awareness of global business operations.
• Strong business acumen and leadership potential.
• Ability to challenge existing processes and contribute new ideas.
• Experience with Excel, Power BI, or other business analysis tools.

About us

Safran is a global leader in aerospace and defence, trusted for our expertise in fly-by-wire, hydraulic, and electro-hydraulic actuation systems. Our mission is to make aviation smarter, safer, and more sustainable.

We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups currently underrepresented in aerospace.

Recruitment Process & Timeline

We believe in making our recruitment process transparent and rewarding:

👉 Apply now and start your career in business operations with Safran — where innovation and opportunity take flight.

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…