Are you an experienced Programme Manager with a passion for delivering complex, high-impact engineering projects in the defence or aerospace sector?

We’re seeking a confident and strategic Programme Manager to take ownership of a multi-project programme within the Land domain. This is a key role in shaping the successful delivery of technically advanced projects, from initial concept through to customer delivery.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Programme Director, you will lead a suite of interlinked customer and R&D projects, ensuring successful delivery across all phases — from planning and resourcing to execution and closeout. Your leadership will be central to driving commercial outcomes, building strong customer relationships, and supporting project management capability across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee multiple concurrent projects within a high-profile defence programme

Drive delivery against profit, revenue, and growth targets

Ensure effective integration of project planning, risk management, and resource coordination

Lead proposal planning, labour estimation, and development of project schedules

Ensure successful initiation and transition of both internal and external projects

Provide direction and high-level communication across project boards and strategic partners

Liaise with engineering and departmental leads to align technical objectives and resourcing

Maintain robust forecasting of labour and capacity needs using planning tools

Mentor and manage Project Managers within the programme, including recruitment and development

Support regular programme reporting and escalation of key risks and issues

Monitor project financials (revenue, cash-flow, margin forecasts) and lead recovery actions when neededWhat We’re Looking For:

Essential:

Proven experience managing multi-project defence/aerospace programmes (preferably international)

Strong commercial insight and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively

Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM, PMP)

Background in engineering or complex technical project delivery

Experience guiding teams in a fast-paced, agile, and continuous improvement culture

Skilled in project planning tools such as Microsoft Project

Ability to travel within the UK and internationally as required (valid driving licence and passport)Desirable:

Degree in business, project management, engineering, or related fieldPersonal Attributes:

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and leadership capability

Calm under pressure with a proactive, solution-focused mindset

Collaborative and confident communicator at all levels

Resilient, adaptable, and motivated by delivery

Demonstrates values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and CourageWhat’s on Offer:

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Lunchtime finishes every Friday

28 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown + holiday purchase scheme

Group pension plan (matched up to 6%)

Income protection & life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme – access to remote GP, mental health support, physio

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Gym membership discounts and wellbeing app access

High street discounts, reward platform, and referral bonuses

Professional development and learning opportunities

Free onsite parkingSecurity Requirements:

Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. This includes providing proof of , right to work in the UK, and a minimum of five years' continuous UK .

Ready to lead programmes that drive defence innovation?

Apply now to join a team committed to engineering excellence and operational success