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Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage.
About us
With operations in the UK, Jersey, Europe and the Middle East, a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.
Position
Project Engineer - Airworthiness Location: Haywards Heath (Hybrid working can be agreed)
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Engineer to join the Gama Aviation Project Management Office (PMO) in support of work across the Gama Group. This is a diverse role that offers the unique opportunity to work on high‑impact projects, which requires knowledge and experience of many different aspects of the Aviation Industry. The Project Engineer will play a pivotal role in leading, coordinating and delivering multiple challenging yet rewarding projects, including all aspects of project delivery to the point at which a capability is transitioned to a business‑as‑usual state. This role will have exposure to various aspects of our business, from operations to innovation initiatives, with the responsibility of ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards.
Responsibilities
* Assisting the PMO with the delivery of projects across the business and acting as the focal point for internal stakeholders during the planning and initiation phases of a project
* Providing robust project governance in line with internal processes and industry best practice
* Responsible for the development, ownership and implementation of project management plans, schedules, risk registers and other associated tools
* Completing internal and external reporting including schedule, financial and quality performance
* Assisting with bid development work as required, providing inputs on cost, schedule and risk
* Providing assistance to account managers during the business as usual phase of a contract
* Delivering briefs to the senior leadership team and providing assistance in the preparation of briefs and presentations to the Board of Directors
Skills, Qualifications and Experience required
* Significant experience of delivering complex projects, ideally in an aviation, manufacturing or technology environment
* Proven ability to work as part of a matrix organisation
* Able to apply different methodology as required i.e. waterfall vs agile
* Able to manage multiple projects concurrently without impacting performance
* Experience of commercial and contract negotiation processes
* Proficient in a range of project management software tools including MS Project
* Excellent communication skills with a range of audiences including senior managers and customers
* Experience of forming and maintaining working relationships across professional and operational boundaries
* Able to travel regularly within the UK, and occasional international travel
* The post holder must be eligible to hold security clearance to SC level
Advantageous
* Formal project management qualification such as Prince 2, APM PMQ would be advantageous
* Management of Risk (MoR) and/or Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) are highly desirable
Benefits
* Great Work‑Life Balance with our Hybrid Working Policy – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
* Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation)**
* Free Car Parking
* 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)
* Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development
Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Project Management and Engineering
* Airlines and Aviation
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