Graduate Engineer Programme – Aerospace & Defence 2026/2027

Who Are We Looking For?

Are you passionate about launching a career in the aerospace and defence industry, with a keen interest in areas such as:

• Metrology in all its aspects
• Materials science and structural integrity
• Engineering and systems integration
• Manufacturing and production processes
• By innovation create robust Metrology & Testing solutions to our customers
• Optimization of existing Calibration and Testing setup and routines.

Join us on an exciting graduate engineer programme where you will gain hands-on experience across various functions within our Metrology & Calibration business. This is your chance to build a solid foundation for a rewarding career in our business, who partner up with the world’s most dynamic and innovative industries.

Location of placement within our programme will be dependant on business requirements. 

Closing dates for applications 28th February 2026.

What to Expect:

• Exposure to diverse projects spanning design, testing, certification, and production
• Opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams driving cutting-edge aerospace solutions
• Collaboration with our Nordic & European sites, with potential longer placements at other locations for candidates who are keen to broaden their experience

What We’re Looking For:

• Batchlor's or Master in Engineering
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for technical challenges
• Methodical, organised, and able to work effectively to deadlines
• Confident decision-maker, able to prioritise tasks and justify solutions clearly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable delivering presentations and engaging with stakeholders

Benefits of Working with Us:

• Pension and Health Care Support
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free onsite refreshments
• Recommend a Friend bonus scheme
• We are connected to the Collective Bargaining Agreement of Teknikavtalet

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At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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