Programme Manager responsible for leading structured delivery of complex engineered programmes at Thales. Engaging multi-disciplinary teams on projects across aerospace and defence.
Responsibilities
Lead multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver engineered and physical outputs on time, on budget and to the required quality.
Oversee the full delivery lifecycle, including manufacturing, integration, deployment and in‑service support.
Manage programme baselines, budgets, risks, opportunities and change control.
Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal delivery functions.
Provide clear progress updates at senior reviews and drive alignment across engineering, production and commercial teams.
Requirements
Proven experience delivering complex physical programmes involving engineered systems or manufactured products.
Practical knowledge of working in industries such as aerospace, defence, transportation, critical infrastructure, or comparable product/system-based sectors.
Strong leadership of large, multi‑disciplinary teams across engineering, production and procurement, through every delivery stage; from design and manufacture to deployment and operational support.
Excellent customer and supplier management skills with the ability to resolve delivery challenges.
Solid understanding of planning, baselines, financial control, KPIs and risk management.
Ability to work effectively in a complex, multi‑site environment with strong communication and commercial awareness.
Security Clearance Requirement: This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.
Benefits
Performance-related bonus
Cash car allowance
Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00
28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)
24 hours volunteering paid for
Private healthcare for couples
Pension scheme
Life cover
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
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