Enablement & Project Support Placement (12.5 months)

Prestwick Aerosystems; Penyffordd; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Fridays half day

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Broughton, North Wales, offers a 12.5-month Enablement & Project Support Placement with a 35-hour week and hybrid working options. The role targets undergraduates across a business-related degree and involves supporting enablement activities in wing manufacturing, reporting on progress, and tackling improvement projects.

You will gain exposure to project management, risk tracking, and data-driven process enhancements while preparing for future operational leadership

Qualifications

• Studying towards a relevant Business or related degree.
• Drive to support operational business and identify opportunities.
• Confident to work in a demanding operational environment.
• Good communication skills and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of Google tools.

Responsibilities

• Support lines with enablement activities to assist wing manufacturing.
• Attend reviews, produce progress reports and KPIs.
• Assist with improvement projects end-to-end and quantify benefits.
• Build a risk and opportunity tracker and support headcount planning.
• Contribute to future-proofing processes and digital enhancements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Google tools

Education

Undergraduate degree (Business or related)

Tools

Google tools

Job description

## Enablement & Project Support Placement (12.5 months)Apply: Broughton: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 25, 2026 (26 days left to apply): JR10430449****Job Description:******Start date:** 16 August 2027**Location:** Broughton, North Wales**Duration**: 12.5 months **Applications close on 25 October 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: £24,246 35 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays **About us:** Located in North Wales, Airbus in Broughton is responsible for assembling wings for the entire family of Airbus commercial aircraft which includes the A320 Family, A330 Family and the A350 XWB. The wings are one of the most technically complex parts of the aircraft. They define the overall aerodynamic performance and are particularly important for securing excellent eco-efficient solutions. For this internship you will be part of the Supply and Support business (ISS) where you will be working in challenging, dynamic and multifunctional teams. We are the department responsible for panel machining, treatments and also stringer machining and treatments. We take the raw aluminium billets and produce wing panels. All these components are built at the very beginning of the manufacturing process. The internship will give a unique insight into this area that could be potential career paths within Airbus. The program is designed so that you get to experience the enablement of the manufacturing process as well as planning for future rate ramp ups, you will also gain project skills along with knowledge around the industry and operational exposure. **What you will be doing:** Key activities include: * Support the lineside enablement teams working closely with the operational team to gain experience of processes and procedures to support in wing manufacture.* Supporting the ISS business by attending high level reviews and producing progress reports, key performance indicators and delivery measures, and looking for continuous improvements.* Provide support to the ISS management team leaders* To take on improvement projects which will involve end to end project management and to prove demonstrated benefits.* To take data and analyze to find opportunities for improvements and development.* Work on building a robust risk and opportunity tracker/process Support with build rate increase with looking to make sure headcount is secured, assets are capable and future proofing the performance, digitally enhance processes and help to create a 10 year vision for the department.* Spend a day in the life of senior leaders in the business.**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 relevant Business or related degree;* Have the drive to not only support the operational business in the daily activities but to also have an eye for opportunities and potential risks;* Are confident to work in a demanding operational environment;* Can demonstrate good communication skills;* Are able to undertake stakeholder management;* Have knowledge of Google tools;* Are motivated and enthusiastic always looking for opportunities;* Are organised and proactive. **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. **Contact** 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. #UK\\_PLA 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 Operations Limited