Programme Manager – Aircraft Design Organisation Services (E-7)
Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead a cross‑functional team in delivering Design Organisation Services for the E-7 aircraft sustainment program. The role is based in our Bristol office and supports integration across global Boeing teams while meeting safety, quality, cost and customer requirements.
Responsibilities
* Lead the cross‑functional programme team in the delivery of E‑7 aircraft Design Organisation services scope
* Deliver contracted scope related to aircraft Design Organisation services to safety, quality, cost and customer requirements in a timely manner
* Adhere to contractual KPIs across relevant elements of the E‑7 sustainment contract
* Identify, evaluate and deploy integration initiatives to bring together E‑7 and P‑8 services
* Provide day‑to‑day leadership of assigned project manager(s) supporting delivery of the above
* Implement and maintain established processes & governance for executing assigned programme scope
* Lead continuous improvement using programme management best practices
* Prevent and resolve complex problems
* Implement strong customer and programme communication
* Build and maintain close working relationships with internal & external global stakeholders
* Support relationships with key international partners, working closely with engineering, commercial, GTC, quality functions
* Maintain relationships with MoD customers – DE&S and front‑line users, leading on this relationship up to OF4 level
* Promote Boeing values and behaviours across the programme team, leading by example and fostering culture
Basic Qualifications
* Accredited Programme Management qualification
* Considerable experience leading cross‑functional teams, ideally in a matrix organisation
Preferred Qualifications
* Degree in aerospace or safety‑critical engineering, computer science, maths
* 10+ years of project and programme management experience in aerospace, including budget ownership and cost management, ideally in a defence or commercial aircraft OEM
* 5+ years of engineering experience in aerospace, ideally in defence or commercial aircraft services
* Broad knowledge of both type and continuing airworthiness in UK military aircraft
* Broad knowledge of the certification of UK military aircraft and their design changes and modifications
* Broad knowledge of UK Defence Aviation Environment and its processes and policies
* Proven record delivering complex engineering change programmes in military aircraftExperience in through‑life aircraft sustainment and post design services
* Familiarity with project tools including Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teamcenter and SharePoint
* Excellent communication and people skills
Benefits
* Flexible working hours and hybrid working approach
* Additional paid days off during the Winter Break (December 24 – January 1)
* Virtual learning tools and platforms (O’Reilly, Degreed, Enterprise Mentoring, Communities of Excellence & Practice)
* Possibility to benefit from the Learning Together Programme (tuition reimbursement)
* Employee recognition programme
* Medical plan and life insurance for employee and family
* Employee pension scheme with employer matching up to 10%
* Inclusive, friendly workplace culture
* Cooperation and knowledge exchange with an international team
Additional Information
Location: Bristol office with limited hybrid working. Security clearance: United Kingdom Security Check. Relocation assistance: not negotiable. Visa sponsorship: not offered. Applications accepted until Jun. 28, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, colour, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share any required accommodations during the recruitment process, including interview accessibility or alternative formats.
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