Apprentice Subcontract Analyst

RTX; Warminster; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is recruiting an enthusiastic Apprentice Subcontract Analyst to join our Supply Chain team in the UK. You will study towards a nationally recognised Procurement and Supply Assistant apprenticeship and a Level 3 CIPS certificate, while gaining hands-on experience across purchasing, supplier onboarding, and subcontract management.

You will learn procurement processes, supplier relationship building, contract administration, and data analysis, with one day per week devoted to virtual learning.

Qualifications

• Five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-5 or A-C, including Maths and English.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• An analytical approach and interest in working with data.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and proactive attitude.
• Previous procurement experience is not required. We are looking for potential, enthusiasm, and a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the creation and management of purchase orders and subcontract documentation.
• Assisting with supplier onboarding, due diligence checks, and supplier performance monitoring.
• Supporting quotation and tender activities, including supplier communications and data collection.
• Maintaining procurement systems, databases, and records to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Supporting contract administration and helping track supplier performance and delivery schedules.
• Producing reports and analysing procurement data to support decision‑making.
• Building effective working relationships with suppliers, colleagues, and key stakeholders across the business.

Skills

GCSEs

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Education

Five GCSEs including Maths & English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence.

Start Your Career with Raytheon UK

Raytheon UK is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Subcontract Analyst to join our Supply Chain team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in procurement, supply chain, commercial management, and subcontract management while studying towards a nationally recognised Procurement and Supply Assistant apprenticeship qualification and a Level 3 Certificate in the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). You'll gain hands‑on experience supporting procurement and subcontract activities across a range of programmes, working alongside experienced professionals, with 1 day a week committed to virtual learning.

What You'll Do

• Supporting the creation and management of purchase orders and subcontract documentation.
• Assisting with supplier onboarding, due diligence checks, and supplier performance monitoring.
• Supporting quotation and tender activities, including supplier communications and data collection.
• Maintaining procurement systems, databases, and records to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Supporting contract administration and helping track supplier performance and delivery schedules.
• Producing reports and analysing procurement data to support decision‑making.
• Building effective working relationships with suppliers, colleagues, and key stakeholders across the business.

What You'll Bring

• Five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-5 or A-C, including Maths and English.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• An analytical approach and interest in working with data.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and proactive attitude.
• Previous procurement experience is not required. We are looking for potential, enthusiasm, and a desire to learn.

What You'll Learn

• Procurement and purchasing processes.
• Supplier management and relationship building.
• Contract and subcontract administration.
• Commercial awareness and value‑for‑money principles.
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Procurement systems and tools.
• Market research and supplier sourcing.
• Sustainable and responsible procurement practices.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication.

Training & Development

• A fully funded Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship.
• CIPS Level 3 accreditation.
• Structured on‑the‑job training and mentoring.
• Access to experienced procurement and supply chain professionals.
• Professional development opportunities and career coaching.
• A clear progression pathway into procurement, commercial, contracts, or supply chain roles.

This role is offered on a fixed term contract (FTC) for the duration of the apprenticeship training, plus a 3-month onboarding period. Exact timeframes and start date will be discussed with the successful candidate during the interview process.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in subcontract management, gain hands‑on experience, and grow within a collaborative and forward‑thinking team.

This position is classified as: Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.