Overview
Procurement & Supply Chain Degree Apprenticeship at Airbus Defence and Space. Start date: September 2026. Location: Portsmouth. Duration: 4 years. University: Portsmouth University. Degree: BSc (Hons) Project Management Degree Apprenticeship.
What you will be doing
As a successful candidate, you will work in a project/bid facing role, providing solutions for external purchasing requirements. This will develop your skills in:
* Project Management;
* Procurement including Category/Commodity Management, Supply Chain Management;
* Leadership skills.
The Project Supply Manager (PSM) is responsible for organising all procurement activities on bids and programmes, working with the wider procurement function and ensuring the needs of the business unit are met for successful Bid or Project delivery. This is an exciting first role to start your career and engage with many business functions in a supportive and diverse team.
Requirements
Eligible applicants must have one of the following minimum qualifications:
* 112-120 UCAS points made up of 3 A levels at BBC or above
* T-levels - Merit
* BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DDM - DMM
* International Baccalaureate - 29
AND GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths and English Language or Functional Skills. Successful candidates should demonstrate:
* Ability to express yourself clearly verbally and in writing;
* Knowledge & interest in satellite communications;
* Submit your CV stating grades and whether they are predicted or achieved;
* Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.
Boost your application: Tell us in your cover letter why Airbus and this apprenticeship excite you, what motivates you to pursue this path, and how you see yourself growing with us. Include details of skills and experiences from projects, hobbies, or academic work demonstrating practical experience.
Important Information
Grades: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional on achieving the requirements before the start date. Security clearance: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance or you will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check). Right to work in the UK: You must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom. Levy funding: Applicants must be eligible for levy funding. Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements to sponsor migrant workers. AI guidance: We provide guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus. Contact: Please let us know if you need adjustments to access the recruitment process; apprentices@airbus.com will respond in confidence.
About us
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Procurement team for a Project Supply Manager (PSM) Degree Apprentice. The role is in the Procurement Department supporting the Space Digital Business line in Airbus Defence and Space. Space Digital delivers, operates and maintains critical communication systems for customers worldwide, including deployment support for military and civil services. The team supports Space Digital Procurement across two UK sites plus France and Germany, with a customer-centric Programme Unit.
Benefits
Salary: £23,000. 37 hours per week, half-day Fridays, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Success share, and additional flexible benefits.
Employment Type: Apprenticeship | Experience Level: Student | Job Family: Support to Management
Other information: This role is UK-based with no visa sponsorship for migrant workers. By submitting your CV or application you consent to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment.
Airbus is committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. For accessibility adjustments or questions about the recruitment process, contact apprentices@airbus.com.
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