Head of Solution Development (H/F) - AIRBUS DEFENCE AND SPACE LIMITED
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Job Description:
* SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK DV Security Clearance
* TRAVEL REQUIRED: Frequent travel within UK and some international
* LOCATION: Chippenham (alternatives: Stevenage or Portsmouth)
Leading a team of circa 20, you will be part of the Space Digital UK senior leadership, responsible for solution development for major bids, supporting project management, engineering, and delivery. Collaboration with sales, bids, engineering, and other functions is essential to achieve the operating plan, manage risks, and ensure customer satisfaction.
The role requires extensive experience in positioning for large, complex bids, understanding customer needs, and shaping requirements through early engagement. You will be accountable for delivering results, influencing teams, and inspiring leadership behaviors aligned with Airbus values.
What’s in it for you:
* Financial rewards: Competitive salary, profit share, pension, share options, car scheme, onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free tech scheme, discounts
* Work/Life balance: 37-hour week, flexible hours, hybrid working, TOIL, holiday options
* Personal development: Development plans, Airbus Leadership University, unlimited e-learning, international mobility
* Health & wellbeing: Online GP, mental health support, insurance, cycle scheme, onsite amenities, lunchtime Pilates (Portsmouth)
* Family & caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced parental leave benefits
Airbus promotes sustainability and innovation, aiming for zero-carbon flight and space sustainability. The role involves leadership in winning new business, motivating teams, and delivering compliant solutions for Space Digital UK bids.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage and develop the bid team, fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment
* Ensure timely delivery of quality solutions, mitigate risks, and optimize customer satisfaction
* Promote innovation and continuous improvement to enhance profitability
Skills required:
* Experience managing large bid processes in a competitive environment
* Knowledge of the Defence sector; space sector is desirable
* People management and commercial acumen
Airbus supports flexible working and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity.
Additional details:
* Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
* Employment Type: Permanent
* Experience Level: Professional
* Job Family: Leadership
This job is active and accepting applications.
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