The Opportunity
We're looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of innovative projects developing cutting-edge technology for the defence sector. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, thrives in a fast-paced environment and has some project management experience they are looking to build on. Working alongside experienced Project Managers and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll play a key role in delivering technologies that help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies, while developing your own project management skills and experience.
Who We Are
OpenWorks is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England.
Our products provide ultra-high performance, real-time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations.
We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world.
The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Join a high-energy, collaborative team where great ideas thrive, challenges are embraced, and people genuinely love what they do.
Here’s what our benefits have to offer:
Rewarding Success - Competitive salary and bonus package, with performance bonuses of up to 25% and clear opportunities for career progression.
Enhanced Pension - Up to 8% employer-matched contributions to help you plan for the future.
More Time to Recharge - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, long-service rewards, and the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
Breakfast & Lunch on Us - Enjoy team breakfasts and freshly prepared lunches every day courtesy of Chef Mark and his team.
Health & Wellbeing - Private healthcare and life assurance for added peace of mind.
Sustainable Travel - Salary sacrifice schemes, including EV car and Cycle to Work options.
Team Socials - Regular events, from quiz nights and football to board games and more.
Learning & Growth - A culture that empowers you to challenge, grow and make an impact, plus a £250 annual learning budget to invest in the development that matters most to you.
What You'll be Doing
* Project Delivery: Support the delivery of engineering projects and project objectives.
* Project Coordination: Work closely with the Project Manager to drive project requirements.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Build effective working relationships with Principal Engineers and the wider engineering team.
* Engineering Projects: Contribute to engineering design projects from concept through to delivery.
* Technical Compliance: Work to project deadlines and technical requirement specifications.
* Project Administration: Prepare and maintain project documentation and records.
* Reporting: Provide project progress updates and reporting.
* Supplier & Customer Support: Support supplier coordination activities, including purchase order administration and supplier enquiries, and assist with customer communications where required.
What We're Looking For
Essential
* Attention to Detail: High attention to detail with a commitment to delivering quality work.
* Project Management Knowledge: Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
* Organisation: Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
* Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adapting to changing priorities and requirements.
* Problem Solving: Creative and practical problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively under pressure.
* Risk Awareness: Ability to identify and escalate technical risks.
* Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
* Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
* Engineering Background: Skills, qualifications, or experience within an engineering discipline.
* Technical Environment Experience: Experience working within an engineering or technical environment.
* Project Management Qualifications: Studying towards, or significant experience with, recognised project management frameworks or qualifications such as PRINCE2, Agile, or APM.
More About Us
Vision
Help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies.
Mission
Be a world-leading provider of autonomous technology for Surveillance applications and Defence.
Values
Be a Good Egg: Earn respect, have mutual trust and be honest.
Do cool stuff: We develop cool tech with an awesome team, and we get stuff done.
Be empowered: We are autonomous, reliable and take personal responsibility.
We are one team: Look out for each other and the team.
Things go wrong: Fail fast, learn and move on.
Have fun: We’re doing amazing things with passionate people.