Airbus

Airbus is proud to be recognised as an Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award holder and actively promotes its status as a Forces-friendly employer. Through partnerships like the one with Troopr, Airbus is amplifying its commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, spouses and the wider military community. Their Armed Forces ERG represents over 350 members and plays a vital role in raising awareness, running internal comms campaigns and building visibility of Armed Forces contributions including Veterans, Reservists and Cadet Leaders across the business.

Airbus has employed over 370 veterans across the UK, with a particularly strong Armed Forces community within Airbus Helicopters, where around 35% of staff are ex-military or reservists. While exact veteran recruitment figures aren’t currently tracked at application stage, Airbus is working to improve visibility through surveys and HR data. Armed Forces Personel are recruited through CTP partnerships, job fairs and dedicated Armed Forces recruitment partners, as well as their internal referral network.

Airbus offers flexible leave policies that can accommodate the needs of military spouses, helping them manage their personal and professional commitments more effectively. While there isn’t currently additional paid leave for deployment, Airbus remains open to offering tailored support on a case-by-case basis and is reviewing this as part of its wider commitment to military families.

Service spouses and partners are actively included in Airbus’s diversity and inclusion policies. Though no guaranteed interview scheme is in place, roles are promoted via Forces-friendly channels and networks, and hiring managers are supported with training to understand the unique strengths of candidates from military families.

The Airbus Armed Forces policy provides 10 days paid leave and 5 days unpaid leave annually to allow reservists to fulfil their training and deployment commitments. The policy also includes transitional training and return-to-work support for employees returning from service. The ERG includes several reservists and acts as a peer support hub.

Airbus supports cadet force adult volunteers through additional leave and works with local cadet groups at its UK sites to encourage career exploration and STEM engagement. Many of the Airbus veteran ambassadors are involved in cadet mentoring and outreach. The Airbus Armed Reserve Forces policy provides 10 days paid leave and 5 days unpaid leave annually to allow Cadet Leaders to support their commitments to the cadet forces.

Airbus contributes to Service charities through corporate sponsorship, employee fundraising and awareness campaigns. This includes sponsorship of events like the Women in Defence UK Awards and the Welsh National Remembrance Concert and Dinner.

Each year, Airbus marks Armed Forces Day with internal and external activity, including veteran spotlights, case studies and commemorative events across its UK sites. This is amplified through internal comms and social media, with content developed in partnership with the Armed Forces ERG.

Reserve Forces Day is an important opportunity for Airbus to recognise the contributions of its reservist workforce. The company showcases reservists’ stories and engages leadership in raising awareness across the business.

Airbus supports wounded, injured and sick Service personnel through employment opportunities, peer support, and workplace adjustments. The company provides access to mental health resources and financial guidance, including Armed Forces pension support, to help prevent hardship and retirement poverty. Airbus also partners with specialist organisations to enable smooth transition into civilian roles.