Job Details Project Control and Planning Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship 2026 R30502

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization is offering an exciting 4-year apprenticeship in Project Management. Apprentices will develop essential management skills while working on multi-million pound projects, gaining insights across various business areas. This program includes ample training opportunities and may lead to roles in Project Control or Planning. A competitive salary package is provided, along with flexible working arrangements and additional benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Dynamic Working policies

MBDA Retirement Savings Plan

Private medical insurance options

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong interest in project management and control.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills for managing multi-million pound projects.
• Work with colleagues in a fast-paced environment.
• Review projects in development and assess various phases.

Tools

Primavera

SAP

ARM

Job description

Overview

Throughout the life cycle of our products, a multitude of skill and expertise is required to design, craft and deliver to our end customer. One of the most integral roles comes from our Project Management and Control Function. Project Management and Project Control work simultaneously with each other to deliver programmes of work and projects to customers and end users on time, within budget and to agreed specifications. We have a unique and niche apprenticeship within this team to help us continue successful delivery of our products in the future. Throughout this programme, apprentices will:

Responsibilities

• Develop the skills required to effectively plan and control multi-million pound projects, such as detailed planning, collecting and assigning costs across all parts of a programme, and capturing, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Work with colleagues and partners in a fast-paced, exciting and constantly evolving environment.
• Review projects in development, manufacturing and assessment phases to gain full insight into the different stages of the missile lifecycle.
• Capture updates and information from all areas of the business—at all levels—to determine next steps on a given project.
• Be trained on essential programmes used, such as Primavera, SAP and ARM.

Development and Training

Our team promotes innovative thinking and embraces new ideas, with ample opportunity for your own contributions. Training will be given on how to deliver specific tasks on a defined project; as your confidence and knowledge grow, your project responsibility will increase. You’ll build a strong network across the business from the start, working with the Business team, including Project Managers and our Commercial team as well as Manufacturing, Technical and Engineering teams, giving you a well-rounded understanding of all aspects of our business and our products. There is also the opportunity to work with the Ministry of Defence and some of our customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity dedicated to your development and the improvement of successful planning and project control within MBDA. You’ll be joining a scheme that has developed winners of some of the most prestigious apprenticeship awards in the UK.

Programme Structure

This apprenticeship is a 4-year programme where you will study for a Level 3 Project Controls Technician Apprenticeship, both virtually and face to face at MBDA sites with Learning Skills Partnership. The academic portion is 3 years, with an additional learning period of a year for on-the-job learning to support your future role at MBDA. Study will be a blend of online and face-to-face sessions. When not studying, you will be working on placements around the business, including a placement with our Business & Project Management team and within the Project Management Office (PMO).

The apprenticeship could lead to Project Control and Planner positions, which may progress to Project Control Manager positions. Find more details about the course here: https://www.learningskillspartnership.com/project-controls-technician-level-3

Benefits and Leave

• Employees receive 25 days of paid annual leave per calendar year, in addition to statutory and public holidays. After 5, 10 and 15 years of service, an additional day of annual leave is added at each milestone. You may purchase up to five additional holiday days.
• Dynamic Working policies offer flexibility around hours and location. Depending on role, this may include paid overtime, time-in-lieu and more.
• MBDA Retirement Savings Plan (Defined Contribution) with contribution details: 4% employee, 6% employer, with potential increases up to 2% for both sides.
• Financial wellbeing, share schemes, mortgage advice, season ticket loan, and various voluntary benefits are available.
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and family support benefits including private medical insurance options, dental insurance, healthcare plans, employee assistance programme, and parental leave enhancements.
• Learning and development: access to multiple online platforms (Percipio, YouLearn, Career Builder, Video Gateway) and up to £150 per year for additional study. Learning Gateway provides course catalogs and virtual or classroom delivery.

Additional Information

Salary: £18,000 plus a £3,000 joining bonus

Work Location: MBDA Stevenage

Security clearance: British Citizen or dual UK national with British citizenship. Successful candidates will undergo BPSS checks after offer stage.

What we can offer you:

• Fully funded qualification starting September 2026
• Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study
• Annual pay reviews
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave
• Study leave during exam periods and enhanced family leave provisions (including enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity and neonatal leave)
• Flexible benefits including lifestyle discounts, gym memberships, employee discounts, and other wellbeing offers

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces, partner governments, and our networks (Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability, and more). We encourage you to speak to us for any required adjustments during the recruitment process.