Graduate Project Control

at  BAE Systems

DESCRIPTION

Job Title Graduate Air Project Control
Location Warton/Samlesbury (Lancashire)
Start Date 8th September 2025
BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however it is expected on our Graduate programme you will be required to attend your site 3-4 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.
Salary £34,000 & £2,000 Welcome Bonus
Here at BAE Systems Air, we have a long and proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft.
Today, we operate across the globe, in multiple markets to support our customers – wherever, whenever and whatever their challenges may be. We support them across the whole life cycle of the air sector – from design, development and production, through to provision of aircraft, training, support and maintenance.

SKILLS

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM or business/finance/legal/PM/IT related.
Opportunities for Growth and Development: We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.
Community Involvement: In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.
Retention and Career Development: Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM or business/finance/legal/PM/IT related.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

You will utilise the various project control system toolsets and gain understanding of project control processes, along with a proactive and enthusiastic approach. The role requires the individual to be a confident and effective communicator with an ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders across key functions (finance, commercial, procurement, HR, engineering).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be responsible for the application of the Project Control System to ensure effective project control principles and processes are applied (including Earned Value Management application) from Project start through to completion including:

• Resource updates
• Quarterly Contract Status Review support
• Schedule status updates
• Project Management Baseline maintenance via Baseline change request database
• Monthly Earned value management Variance Reporting
• Actual headcount monitoring (weekly and monthly)
• Support maintaining governance across the Control account