2026 Project Planning and Controls Apprentice Level 4 Project Management Associate

Location: Glasgow United KingdomThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land sea and air. From early warning to threat neutralisation our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence Optronics and Radar.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK we research develop and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace Defence Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats part time hours job sharing home working or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.2026 Project Planning and Controls Apprentice - Level 4 Project Management Associate ApprenticeshipStart Date: 07 September 2025Salary: 24000 per annumEmployee type: PermanentLocation: GlasgowWorking Schedule: Monday Friday 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday Thursday 5 hours Friday)Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through your qualifications whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global innovative and industry leading organisation If so read on to see what Thales has on offerWhat the role has to offer:Earn while you learnJob specific training experienceRecognised qualificationsPermanent role from day oneTuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully coveredThis exciting apprenticeship will give you the skills and knowledge to be an effective Project Planning and Controls Apprentice within the Bid and Project Management Function at Thales. The apprentice programme will provide you with a strong understanding and working knowledge of planning scheduling monitoring and controls building the foundations for future roles supporting or managing projects that deliver world leading solutions to our global customer base. The Bid and Project Management functions key responsibilities are to support the project team to deliver the mission and ensure strong governance over bids and projects and oversee the implementation of consistent and assured processes.Key Responsibilities:Assist with the creation and maintenance of the integrated master schedules for assigned projectsContribute to project reports and attend associated reviewsAssist in the deployment & reporting of risk & opportunity managementHelp the project team ensure correct and effective project governance is appliedOperate Thales UK tools to ensure effective management of the project schedule budgets risks and opportunitiesCommit to attend all elements of the apprenticeship including attendance on virtual training modules 1-2-1 coaching calls assignments exams and mandatory Thales UK training activities to lay the foundations for your contribution to future growth of the businessThe Programme:Through our higher apprenticeship youll be making the most of your talents getting to understand the Project Management Function from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.This is a 2 year programme working towards the Level 4 Project Manager Associate Apprenticeship standard with our training provider The Apprentice Academy. The programme will be delivered via a virtual delivery model with live virtual workshops and 1-2-1 coaching calls. Upon successful completion of your End Point Assessment you will roll off into the Thales UK Bid and Project Management job family into a Project Controller role.Who were looking for:We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are motivated committed and keen to learn. A self-starter who is able to manage their time show initiative and has a genuine interest in project planning/controls and Thales. Successful candidates will show self-discipline and an aspiration to achieve the qualification.Entry requirements:Level 3 qualification to demonstrate the ability to learn at this level. Suitable Level 3 qualifications might include A Levels (Grade C or above) Highers T Level (Merit or above) BTEC Diploma (Merit or above)5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A-C) including English and Maths (or equivalent)Please note assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026.Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026 this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps.PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY.Recruitment Process: For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process including hints and tips or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team a Graduate or an Apprentice please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr.Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales all of our roles are subject to security restrictions.All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK andwill be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full SecurityClearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held however if not currently held it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo achieve and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity eligibility to work in the UK time spent abroad over the last 5 years as well as employment and / or educational history.For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link: is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.In line with Thales Baseline Security requirements candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles or the Early Careers Teamfor graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here apply nowRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Project / Program Management,Primavera,IT Project Management,Microsoft Access,Public Health,Data Collection,PMBOK,Mobile Devices,Maximo,Prolog,Project Management,Microsoft Project Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1