GDSS Project Manager Location: Hybrid - Portsdown Technology Park & Defence sites Contract: 12‑month FTC (extension possible) Organisation: Royal Navy - Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) Security Clearance: DV (or willing to obtain) The Role We are seeking an experienced GDSS Project Manager to lead and coordinate delivery of the Global Decision Support System (GDSS), a key capability supporting the Royal Navy's Maritime Fighting Web and wider MDA transformation. You will provide project leadership, governance, and delivery oversight, working closely with the GDSS Strategy Team, Navy Digital, and Defence partners to ensure GDSS delivery remains aligned to strategic objectives and progresses towards early operational capability. Key Responsibilities Own and manage GDSS delivery plans, milestones, dependencies, and Agile sprint cycles. Run governance forums and provide clear reporting into Futures and MFW portfolios. Coordinate delivery across multiple workstreams including architecture, data, AI, and standards. Ensure alignment with related accelerator programmes (e.g. MERLIN, GRIFFIN, IX4OA) and wider Defence initiatives. Lead stakeholder engagement across Navy Digital, operational teams, and partner organisations. Manage risks, issues, and dependencies in line with RN assurance standards. Skills & Experience Proven delivery of digital, data, or C4ISR programmes within Defence or government. Strong proje...