Company Profile Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments. About You Role Overview This is a pivotal role within the Engineering and R&D organisation, responsible for both hands-on project management and strategic programme oversight. The Project/Programme Manager will coordinate delivery across multiple technical teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with Thermoteknix’ strategic priorities. The role combines day-to-day project management activities, such as scheduling, progress tracking, and risk management. The position includes higher-level responsibilities including portfolio planning, cross-project alignment, and reporting to senior stakeholders. You will act as the central point of coordination for R&D project delivery, driving clarity, communication and accountability across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Project Management • Administering multiple R&D and engineering projects from initiation through to completion. • Supporting project scopes, deliverables, timelines and resource requirements in collaboration with technical leads. •Develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk registers and progress reports. • Coordinate and lead project meetings, ensuring actions and dependencies are tracked and resolved. • Support engineers and design teams in achieving project objectives, ensuring alignment with technical and commercial requirements. • Tracking budgets, schedules, and stakeholder expectations at the project level. Programme Management • Deliver the status of broader portfolio of R&D projects to key stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment and effective resource utilisation. • Establish and maintain programme-level reporting, governance and review structures. • Identify inter-project dependencies, risks and opportunities for efficiency or collaboration. • Support the prioritisation of projects in line with business objectives and available capacity. • Consolidate programme metrics and communicate progress to senior management. • Drive continuous improvement in project and programme management processes, tools and communication standards across the department. Cross-functional Collaboration • Liaise with Product Management, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure project outcomes meet business needs. • Facilitate effective communication across technical, managerial, and stakeholder groups. • Champion structured project delivery and promote a culture of accountability and transparency within R&D. Required Skills & Experience • Proven experience in project and/or programme management roles within technical, engineering, or R&D environments (e.g., electronics, optics, imaging, or related fields). • Strong understanding of engineering development lifecycles, from concept through to production. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining oversight of the broader programme landscape. • Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills. • Skilled in risk management, dependency tracking and stakeholder reporting. • Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or equivalent. • Degree or HNC/HND ideally in an Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or similar discipline. • Relevant qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, PMP, Agile) Personal Attributes • Proactive, methodical, and adaptable – equally comfortable managing detailed technical projects and coordinating high-level programme delivery. • Strategic thinker who can see the bigger picture while maintaining attention to detail. • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, able to influence and collaborate across disciplines. • Comfortable introducing and refining structured processes within a growing organisation. • Self-starter with a commitment to quality, accountability and continuous improvement. Why us? What We Offer • Involvement in cutting-edge imaging technologies. • Collaborative working environment with strong technical expertise. • Training and career development opportunities. • Competitive salary and benefits package.