Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineering parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, are now recruiting for their 2026 Graduate Scheme
Our Culture and Values
At Ontic, we’re experts in what we do. Guided by our core values, we’re a team of driven individuals who are committed to continuous innovation in the aerospace sector. Together, we embrace the challenge to push our mission forward — becoming more than the sum of our parts.
We’re a global family of specialists. We take pride in what we do and who we do it with, always striving for the best solution. We’re constantly challenging the status quo, giving each other the freedom to experiment, innovate, and make a difference. We create the opportunity to do things differently. Even when things get tough, we work together to deliver on our vision. Ontic is built upon a culture of trust and excellence — for each other and the work we do. We value one another and our opinions, giving everyone the opportunity to make a difference. We’re one inclusive, global family that’s committed to innovation in aerospace
We currently have opportunities for Finance Graduates to join us on a permanent contract based in Staverton and Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham.
Our Programme
Joining an Ontic graduate scheme will give you an opportunity to put your theoretical knowledge into practice whilst rotating throughout our Finance departments learning and developing as you go. Completing this 2 year scheme will provide you with a solid foundation to support your career at Ontic where your role will have a direct impact on the success of the business and where you can start your journey to become a future leader.
You’ll take responsibility early on and be involved in fast moving business critical projects from the very start. You’ll be inquisitive, thriving on new experiences and challenges and constantly seeking out new learning opportunities.
From day one, you’ll be encouraged, supported and listened to. You’ll be expected to take ownership of tasks, using your initiative to solve problems and collaborating with colleagues to achieve success.
Over two years we'll provide you with the resources you need to help you grow personally and professionally. Formal coaching sessions, Mentors and on-the-job training and workshops, in addition to support for the completion of professional qualifications will help you achieve your full potential.
At the end of the programme you’ll move on to a role where your drive and performance can accelerate your career.
Who we’re looking for
In order to succeed as a Graduate with Ontic you'll need to have achieved or be predicted to achieve at least a 2:1 in a relevant Finance or Business related subject.
We look for more than just a degree; you’ll need a growth mindset and the ability to work in an ever-changing environment. You’ll be curious, flexible, resilient, analytical, and most of all – you’ll be truly collaborative.
You won’t mind rolling your sleeves up to help make things better or removing barriers to get the job done.
Start Date: September 2026
Candidates wishing to apply for this role who would require sponsorship should very carefully consider the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role by assessing your individual circumstances against the relevant criteria. Ontic gives no representation or warranty as to whether this role would satisfy the sponsorship requirements.
Benefits
Alongside a competitive graduate starting salary, at Ontic we care about your financial, physical, and mental wellness so we offer a range of benefits to support this, we care about what matters to you and have a valued culture of recognition and empowerment, accompanied by benefits that support work/life balance.
Our benefits package highlights include:
Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
10 hours paid volunteering time
Annual goal share bonus scheme for all employees
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts and offers from a range of retailers
Why Choose Ontic to start your career?
Ontic offers a Graduate scheme, supporting you in the first steps of your career as well as your personal development.
But don't just take our word for it, hear what some of our early career employees have said recently:
“My career with Ontic has been a challenging, interesting and fun ride. Throughout every year, role, challenge and opportunity, the feedback, support and guidance of my colleagues has been pivotal to how I apply and conduct myself day-to-day. I started as an apprentice in Gloucestershire in 2013 and now I’m an Business Unit Director in North Carolina, USA. The past 10 years have been fantastic and I can’t wait to see what more Ontic has in store for me.”
"The environment is awesome, one of the best in an office I have seen and that is down to all the staff and it's brilliant how responsive management is."
"The pace, the ability to just get things done, my colleagues, we have a good team Ontic is a great company to work for, they have helped my personal and professional growth."
We’ve got official recognition too - below is several of our awards we have won recently.
Best Youth Development - Manufacturing Awards 2023
Best Businesses in Gloucestershire - SoGlos 2024
Top 100 Manufacturing Companies in the South West - Insider Media 2023
9th Best Manufacturing Company - Best Companies Q3 2023 Rankings (as voted for by employees)
Best Global Aircraft Parts Manufacturer - Business Excellence Awards 2023
Ontic is a global business so to enable you to get the most from our scheme you’ll need to be flexible and mobile.
