Overview
Job Description:
Start date: September 2026
Location: Portsmouth
Duration: 4 years
University: University of Portsmouth
Degree: BEng Space Systems Engineering
Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus. There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. Review all available opportunities and apply to those that best match your experience and aspirations.
Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out. Adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Benefits
Salary: £23,000
37 hours per week // Half day Fridays* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!
*subject to completing full hours prior to this
About us
You will join a department within Airbus that is responsible for developing how equipment and systems are supported for Satcom systems, including land and maritime systems. You will be involved in bidding activities with commercial, finance, project planning and engineering functions, and how these interact. You will also be involved in understanding how the support is developed, implemented and delivered to customers after contract award.
As part of this degree apprenticeship, you will be studying towards achieving a Degree in an Engineering related subject.
What you will be doing
Your activities will include the following:
* Development of support solutions and inputs into bids, including written proposals, costs and scheduling
* Influencing design for support, working closely with design engineers as well as sales, finance and commercial functions
* You will develop key skills that are increasingly rare yet increasingly vital within the industry. The role provides a high level of exposure across all functions of the business providing you with a strong knowledge of all aspects of business and engineering support activities.
* You will learn how to develop support solutions for equipment and complex systems, how to develop technical and complex proposals and plans and also how to perform the supporting analysis
* You will learn how to understand customer requirements and contracts, and how to apply technical expertise to influence these and other functions
Requirements
Eligibility
In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:
* 104-112 UCAS points made up of 3 A levels at BCC or above, including a STEM-based subject
OR
* BTEC: DMM
OR
* T Level: Merit
OR
* IB: 28-29
AND
* GCSE with grade C/4 or above in Maths and English Language or Functional Skills
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
* Submit your CV stating your grades and whether they are predicted or achieved
* Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship
* Strong science/engineering based background, supported by a strong written capability
Boost your application
Tell us on your cover letter why Airbus and this apprenticeship interest you, and what skills and experience you bring. Include projects, hobbies, or academic work that demonstrate practical experience.
Important Information
Grades: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional on meeting the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
Security clearance: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).
Right to work in the UK: Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website.
Levy funding: Successful candidates must be eligible for levy funding.
Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.
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Contact: Please let us know if you need adjustments to access and participate in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact apprentices@airbus.com. Any information disclosed will be treated in confidence.
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Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
Employment Type: Apprenticeship
Experience Level: Student
Job Family: Support to Management
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