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Have you successfully led complex defence or aerospace programmes, delivering low volume components or systems to prime contractors? Are you confident liaising with senior stakeholders and suppliers while managing programme delivery from concept to completion? 

This Programme Manager role offers you the chance to lead innovative and high-profile projects, working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with some of the industry's leading professionals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about delivering excellence, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You Will Do:

Liaise directly with customers to conduct programme reviews and ensure seamless communication.
Manage established suppliers to guarantee programme deliverables are met on time and to specification.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and customer contracts or statements of work.
Oversee programme delivery, including cost management and resource allocation working internally with engineering, marketing and supply chain.
Analyse risks, develop avoidance strategies, and establish contingency plans to mitigate potential issues.
Keep all stakeholders informed of progress, providing regular updates and supporting status reviews for customers and senior management.
What You Will Bring:

Relevant qualifications (HND level or equivalent) and experience in defence industry preferred
A strong technical background to understand the technologies and challenges associated with the product. 
Engine experience ideal, key is the understanding of component parts.
Proven experience in effectively communicating with customers and senior management.
A confident and professional manner when working with suppliers and stakeholders.
The ability to thrive in a team environment while managing multiple priorities.
This role plays a critical part in driving the success of the company's projects and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions to customers. By joining this organisation, you will contribute to its reputation as a leading supplier of power-plant, engine, and UAV components to defence sector prime contractors across the UK and internationally. 

Interested? 

If you're ready to step into a challenging and rewarding role as a Programme Manager, apply today to start your journey with this exceptional company. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a real impact in the defence and aerospace industry! This is an urgent role and potential candidates will need to meet ITAR nationality requirements.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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