Production Planning and Control Placement (12 months)

Overview

Production Planning and Control Placement (12 months) – Airbus Defence and SpaceStart date:

20 July 2026Location:

StevenageDuration:

12 monthsWe love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time.Application:

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.Benefits:Salary: £23,85037 hours per weekFlexible working hoursHybrid workingHalf day Fridays25 days holiday plus bank holidaysWhat you will be doing

Create, maintain and optimise the production schedule (using Oracle Primavera P6) according to our industrial capacity and capabilitiesLoad demand in Material Requirements/Resource Planning (MRP I and MRP II) software (SAP P11) for accurate material cost allocationsIdentify, manage and control material risks and shortages for your allocated project or productConfirm suitable supplier quotations (lead time and cost) and release purchase requisitions to meet project schedulesManage work orders (release, expedite and closure) for internal make parts or assemblies with full traceability of materialsRaise Delivery Request Notes (DRN) coordinating inputs from internal stakeholders to ensure timely deliveries, complying with export, customs controlsAnalyse production status (progress, impacts, blockers, issues) and update the production planPrepare and participate in or lead Weekly Master Production meetings with stakeholdersBuild, update and analyse KPIs measuring production plan execution and deliveries, and define improvement actionsRequirements

Our placements are open to

Undergraduates only

(throughout the 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 typically demonstrate:Studying towards a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics), or in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or Business ManagementGood organizational skills (time management, planning, prioritisation)IT and numerical skillsGood communication with stakeholders at different levels and the ability to influenceProblem solving skillsTeam workingSecurity clearance

You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control depending on the role.Company and equal opportunity

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is committed to workforce diversity and an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications regardless of background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. We will never ask for monetary exchange in recruitment. If you need adjustments to participate in recruitment, please contact us. Any information disclosed will be kept ..... full job details .....