We are seeking to appoint an experienced and technically proficient Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects in space payload development, defence technology programmes, and satellite communications. The role requires a natural leader who can influence stakeholders, motivate and inspire teams, and deliver projects to the required technical and quality standards within agreed financial parameters.
Responsibilities
* Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of complex projects in space payload and defence systems.
* Ensure delivery to scope, schedule, budget and quality requirements.
Stakeholder Management
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers, partners and internal stakeholders.
* Prepare and present project updates, reviews and reports to senior leadership and customers.
Financial Performance
* Manage project budgets, forecasts and cost tracking.
* Ensure projects meet financial objectives and that forecasts are accurate and timely.
Planning & Execution
* Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets and risk assessments.
* Track progress against project milestones and implement corrective actions as required.
Team Leadership
* Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams across RF, mechanical, filter, software, supply chain, manufacturing and quality assurance disciplines.
* Develop a mindset of ownership, collaboration and accountability across all functions.
Risk Management
* Identify, assess and mitigate technical and programmatic risks.
* Maintain and execute active risk management plans and processes.
Business Development & Bids
* Support the Business Development and Bid Management teams in preparing proposals and customer‑specific opportunities.
* Actively drive customer‑focused solutions and contribute to the technical and commercial success of bids.
Qualifications
* Proven success delivering highly complex, time‑critical engineering projects in space, defence or satellite communications sectors.
* Strong engineering background or experience managing multi‑disciplinary technical teams in regulated environments.
* Proven experience delivering RF‑based systems such as satellite communications, radar, payload RF chains or EW systems.
* Excellent communication, influencing, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
* Proficient using project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera and Jira.
* Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2 or APMP).
* Strong stakeholder management ability across all levels of business.
* Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).
* High level of experience in project or engineering management within relevant sectors.
Desirable
* Career experience within Project Engineering Lead role(s).
* Familiarity with Space Payload Qualification and Defence Qualification requirements.
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