Supply Chain Operations Degree Apprenticeship

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is offering a 4-year Supply Chain Operations Degree Apprenticeship in Filton, Bristol. This role involves hands-on experience across manufacturing, design, and quality functions, allowing the successful applicant to gain a BSc while working closely with key stakeholders. Applicants must have strong communication skills and a proactive attitude. A competitive salary is offered, along with additional benefits such as 25 days holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

Salary of £21,674

35 hours per week

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Success share

Qualifications

• Passion for a career in Supply Chain.
• Comfortable working with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in Airbus manufacturing, design, and quality functions.
• Manage key suppliers across various sectors.
• Support the implementation of new engineering technologies.

Skills

Communication

Proactivity

Collaboration

Education

3 A Levels: two Bs (one in Maths) and one C

GCSE Grade C/4 in Mathematics and English Language

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: September 2026

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 4 years and 3 months

University: Aston University

Degree: BSc Supply Chain Management (Professional Practice)

Application: 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.

Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

Benefits:

Salary: £21,674

35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us:

Launch an exciting career by joining our Airbus Apprenticeship programme! Our Apprentices receive second to none training, gaining the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce. Airbus UK design, manufacture and manage the Supply Chain for Wings, Landing Gear and Fuel Systems on all Airbus Commercial Aircraft. Wing manufacture is performed at the world class Broughton Production facility whilst design and supply chain management is based in Filton, Bristol.

Components and parts are delivered from a supply chain spanning the globe. This supply chain is managed from the UK, and delivers into the Airbus Wing manufacturing plant in Broughton for onward delivery to Final Assembly Lines located in France, Germany, USA, Canada and China.

Our 4 year Supply Chain Operations Degree Apprenticeship gives you the chance to gain valuable experience within this crucial department, supporting the wide range of innovative aircraft produced by Airbus. Through this apprenticeship you’ll gain a full understanding of manufacturing and engineering with a focus on Supply Chain Operations, and learn how to apply this knowledge within a virtual factory environment.

You will gain a BSc Supply Chain Management (Professional Practice) delivered by Aston University, studying via a combination of block release weeks at the university and on-the-job work at our world leading engineering and manufacturing site in Filton, Bristol.

What you will be doing:

During your industry based work at Airbus you will gain hands-on experience across the Airbus manufacturing, design and quality functions via placement in associated departments throughout Airbus UK, working alongside key stakeholders within the Supply team, and internal and external suppliers.

Your role will be varied, developing your skills in managing key suppliers across a wide range of sectors and through disciplines such as machining and fabricating, ensuring full management of both capability and capacity of our suppliers. You will underpin your engineering degree with tasks supporting the implementation of new engineering technologies, and supporting transition from traditional engineering and manufacturing methodologies to new digital ways of working.

Through roles within our procurement department you will support key stakeholders and develop your knowledge of negotiation and contracts, whilst learning how to ensure the cascade of key design and manufacturing information.

In addition to your work placements and studies, there are opportunities to join a wide variety of employee networks including a dedicated Early Careers network, Generation Airbus, Pride@Airbus, Balance for Business and embRACE to help you develop both your professional and personal skills along the way.

Requirements:

We are looking for inquisitive and driven individuals with a desire to launch their career in Supply Chain, and build an understanding of the wider Airbus business. To be successful, you will need to be comfortable with communicating with a wide range of people and proactively collaborate within and beyond your placement teams to benefit from opportunities and implement solutions successfully.

Minimum requirements:

• 3 A Levels – a minimum of two Bs (one of which must be in Maths) and one C or equivalent (subject to validation)

AND

• Minimum GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English Language

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved;
• Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

BOOST YOUR APPLICATION

• Why Airbus and this apprenticeship? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.

• What skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.

Important Information:

GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom.

LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.

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.