View more categories View less categories Clearance Level DV ,SC ,None / Undisclosed Sector Defence ,Engineering ,Information Technology Job Type Permanent Date Posted: 2025-06-19 Country: United Kingdom Location: BE Aerospace UK Limited, Nissen House, Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4TB Position Role Type: Unspecified
Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
We are looking for a Program Manager with experience of a manufacturing environment to manage a cross-functional team of both experienced professionals and team leaders; manage medium-sized program or multiple smaller programs; monitor strategic planning efforts; present progress reports; recommend proactive solutions for program problems; manage the P&L; manage sub-tier suppliers; support contract negotiation
What you will do
Leads programs to ensure adherence to program plans, schedules and budgets in an Integrated Program Team working with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Aftermarket and Business Development Manages the P&L of the programs to ensure profitability targets are met and manages multiple sub-tier suppliers Develops milestones, program plans, schedules and budgets to ensure that the organization's objectives are met Consolidates and presents plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the programs Monitors strategic planning efforts for and proactively drives programs Demonstrates continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality Identifies and reacts to program problems and recommends solutions, such as allocation of resources, changing contractual specifications or coordinating responses to customer action items Supports the development of new business opportunities Acts as internal and external customer focal Supports the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including coordinating preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, operation budgets, specification and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and to protect interests Manages program scope increase or decrease via change management processes Is a change agent to drive continuous improvements in a highly challenging environment Size and Scope Information
Focuses on tactical and operational plans with short-to-medium term focus, e.g. less than 1 - 2 years Problems faced may be difficult to moderately complete Influences others outside of job area regarding policies, practices and procedures We are a flexible working employer and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements with our applicants. This role is a hybrid opportunity that will require you to be
on-site for minimum of 3 days a week .
Experience & Qualifications we prefer: Education
Educated to HND/ Degree level in a technical / STEM discipline. Related Experience
Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite and JDE/SAP) Minimum of two years experience of running programs / multiple projects within a manufacturing environment Commercial knowledge/awareness and a strong focus on the delivery of objectives Good program planning skills (Microsoft Project or Primavera) Knowledge of Earned Value Management Proven strong program management skills and experience in leading programs Proven people leadership in a matrix organization External and internal customer exposure experience Knowledge of NPI product lifecycle - JDP, PDR, CDR and FAI Certification(s) / License(s)
Formal PM training / accreditation such as PMP or APM highly desirable What we offer
25 days annual leave + bank holidays Competitive Salary Bonus Scheme Fantastic pension scheme Critical illness cover. Income Protection Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, the ability to buy holidays, a cycle to work scheme & other great employee discounts At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
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