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Project Management Engineering Delivery Placement (12 months)

Salary:  £24,500 per annum
Location:  Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Location flexibility:  4 office days / week
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Job Description

Job Description:

Start date: 19 July 2027

Location: Portsmouth

Duration : 12 months

Applications close on 27 September 2026 !

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time . We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/faqs#using-ai-in-your-application .

Benefits:

Salary: £24,500

37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

*subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us:

Within Airbus Defence and Space, Digital Payload Centre of Competence is responsible for Communications Satellites sub-systems and equipment. Our products contribute to the functionality and performance of Telecommunications satellites worldwide, allowing people to connect globally and providing support to on ground services internationally.

Based in Portsmouth UK, you will join a transnational team working with colleagues from around the UK and Europe as part of the delivery team and wider Space Engineering Function within Airbus Defence and Space. By joining us you will be working with a team dedicated to delivering world-class aerospace, defence and security solutions, combining cutting edge innovation and decades of Engineering excellence.

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What you will be doing:


The Engineering Delivery Internship will support the Digital Payload Centre of Competence Project Delivery Team. This team consists of about 30+ Project Managers and Development Responsibles delivering a variety of Equipment, Antenna and Engineering projects.

The ultimate goal of the team is to achieve project objectives (time, scope, cost, quality) to customer satisfaction in compliance with internal and external rules and regulations.
  • Define, implement and drive a project team/organization all along the project phases, including people coming from other functions (matrix organizations);
  • Ensure effective integration of lessons learnt;
  • Ensure active risk and opportunity and contract (internal or external) management;
  • Ensure effective management of partners and suppliers.

The Engineering Delivery Intern will provide support by

  • Running small projects or work packages;
  • Administering and managing cross project process and governance;
  • Building and running tools, KPI's and action trackers to improve team efficiency.

Requirements:

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only . Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.

*Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Studying towards a degree in Engineering, Physics or Business;
  • Interest in Project, Business or Engineering Management;
  • Knowledge of Google business tools (Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc);
  • An energetic, approachable team player who brings a positive mindset and a hands-on, proactive approach to everyday challenges.

This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

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Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student

Job Family:
Programme & Project Management

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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