Evolito’s mission is to accelerate the adoption of electric propulsion in aerospace applications in support of a net-zero world. We will help to revolutionise personal mobility and transform our towns and cities with clean, noise-free air transportation. Evolito develops and manufactures class-leading, lightweight, high-power, and high-torque-density electric propulsion systems for a range of aerospace markets, including EVTOL, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and General Aviation. As well as ultra-high performance, low-weight electric motors and controllers, Evolito specialises in high integrity, bespoke battery systems for the aerospace and defence markets. The team is scaling rapidly and has ambitious growth plans over the next twelve to eighteen months. As part of our initial growth phase, we are looking for a Programme Manager to join the team. You will be responsible for developing and driving customer programme plans from launch through to completion. Ensuring that agreed budgets and deadlines are achieved by acting as the bridge between the customer and internal functional teams throughout the programme life cycle. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as the primary programme interface to the customer(s), acting as their advocate internally Maintaining a clear understanding of customer needs and balancing with internal constraints and requirements Reacting to emerging issues, negotiating with both internal and external stakeholders to define the way forward Generating realistic, achievable programme plans that are aligned to customer expectations, using dedicated planning software Ownership of the programme plan, working closely and effectively with the internal cross-functional team to ensure successful programme milestone delivery Motivating and driving internal teams by setting goals, direction and good quality communication strategy Leading the risk process to identify key programme and product risks; tracking and developing mitigating actions across the business Working with key engineering contacts to ensure that design and programme best practices are followed; identifying any gaps and developing processes as the company grows Operating within the standard internal meeting cadence to present the programme status to senior management, developing action plans to resolve issues Skills and experience required: Proven experience working within the aerospace industry in a project/programme management role Demonstrated track record of interfacing with an engineering function Proven track record of successful programme delivery Experience managing OEM customers both technically and commercially to ensure costs, delivery, and quality are clear at all times Good awareness of best practice development processes, requirements, and expectations Experienced in the use of MS project and practical programme/risk management techniques Instinctive problem-solving skills coupled with a sound analytical approach A 'self-starter' attitude with energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to thrive in a small business environment Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills practised in negotiation and presentations UK driving license and ability to travel. Preferred: Experience working within a Tier 1 environment is preferred