Safran - Graduate Information Systems Scheme

Safran is a leading international high-technology group with two core business areas: aerospace and defence. Its 85,000 employees work across more than 276 locations and 27 countries, with limitless opportunity on offer within aerospace for the design, production and maintenance of aircraft landing gear, electrical systems and engine nacelles.

As one of the world’s most innovative companies, Safran develops everything from jet engines, landing systems and helicopter flight controls, through to optronic systems, nacelles, seats and interiors.

By joining Safran, you’ll have the chance to shape and influence our exciting future, as you learn from our experts and take part in ground-breaking projects.

Our UK Graduate Programme

Joining our Information Systems team, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive professional culture, and will be able to get stuck in with hands-on work across our business.

The individual placements will offer you a wide range of opportunities - you may find yourself at the heart of our operation, working on services and projects which secure our data and systems from external attacks, or supporting the design and implementation of new systems based the latest technology available in both cloud and hybrid cloud.

People development is a top priority for Safran as a multinational corporation. Our people are our most valued asset, as we aim to deliver high performing, safer, and more environmentally friendly technology solutions. Safran continually invest in developing our employees’ skills and expertise, and support them throughout their careers.

What’s on offer?

• A £29k starting salary, plus access to benefits including health schemes, employee assistance programme, competitive pension scheme etc.
• Fantastic training opportunities, including being enrolled on the Graduate training programme coordinated by Safran University and previous graduates being available as support buddies.
• Support from Safran alongside your work to continue with your choice of professional studies to complement your ambition.
• The chance to join a company going through digital transformation, giving you the opportunity to try new digital technologies and expand your skill set.
• On-site benefits including a subsided restaurant and a health club.
• A great work/life balance (your work week is finished by 1pm on a Friday!)

What skills do I need?

• A 2:1 or above (or equivalent) in Computer Science or an IT-related degree
• Experience on cyber security projects or internships is preferred but not essential.
• A fantastic attitude, where you are motivated and willing to commit to projects

In particular, we are looking for people with the following skills/experience:

• Cisco Networking Experience (or a CCNA)
• VMware Experience
• Palo Alto
• Firewalls Experience
• WAN Acceleration

Sound like the opportunity for you? If so, simply click ‘Apply Now’ and attach an up-to-date CV – GRB will then be in touch shortly after. This is a popular scheme and spaces fill up on a rolling basis so to ensure yourself a chance at the next stage, make sure you apply ASAP.