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At Filtronic, we design and manufacture world-class RF, microwave and mmWave technologies that enable mission-critical communications across some of the world's most demanding industries.
Following continued growth and major contract wins, we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our expanding Programme Management team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead technically complex engineering projects from concept through to customer delivery, working alongside highly skilled engineering, manufacturing and commercial teams.
If you enjoy bringing multidisciplinary teams together, solving complex challenges and delivering projects that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, you'll take responsibility for planning, coordinating and delivering multiple engineering projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
Working closely with customers and internal stakeholders, you'll provide clear leadership throughout the product lifecycle whilst managing project risks, schedules, resources and commercial performance.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Manage engineering projects throughout the full product lifecycle
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules and milestones
- Deliver projects to agreed scope, budget, quality and timescales
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement and Quality
- Identify, manage and mitigate project risks and issues
- Produce regular project reports, dashboards and performance metrics
- Support customer meetings, programme reviews and technical discussions
- Assist with project budgeting, forecasting and financial tracking
- Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Ensure effective communication across all project teams
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About You
We're looking for a proactive and organised Project Manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced engineering environment and has excellent planning and stakeholder management skills.
You'll ideally have:
- Experience managing engineering, manufacturing or technology projects
- Experience leading cross-functional project teams
- Excellent planning, organisation and communication skills
- Knowledge of recognised project management methodologies
- Experience using project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira or similar
- The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Desirable
- Degree qualified in Engineering, Science or a related discipline
- APMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification
- Experience within the Space, Defence, Satellite Communications or Electronics sectors
- An appreciation of RF, microwave or electronic technologies
Why Join Filtronic?
You'll become part of a profitable, award-winning British technology company that is on a growth trajectory and developing cutting-edge technology used by some of the world's leading organisations.
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Our people work on genuinely exciting projects that help shape the future of Space, Aerospace, Defence and Telecommunications while enjoying a collaborative culture where innovation is encouraged and careers can flourish.
Benefits
If you'd like an informal discussion about the role or wish to clarify the salary before investing your time applying, please contact Bruce Mair, Talent Partner, on 07483 917543.
Benefits Include
- 37.5 hour working week
- Hybrid working
- 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
- Contributory pension scheme with up to 8% company contribution
- Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)
- Income Protection Insurance
- Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme
- Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Volunteering day
- Learning and development opportunities
Please note: Some employee benefits become available after successfully completing your probationary period.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of our work, applicants must be capable of meeting UK Security Clearance vetting requirements.
Equal Opportunities
Filtronic is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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