Rolls-Royce
Strategy & Program Manager
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Job Description Program Manager
Business: Aftermarket, Off-Wing
Location: Derby; United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full time
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting, and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.
What you will be doing:
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager on our Aftermarket Operations team. This role is responsible for the coordination, direction, and oversight of the implementation of a set of related projects and activities in order to deliver outcomes and benefits related to Aftermarket Operations strategic objectives.
Responsibilities:
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Lead projects and programmes using established project management frameworks and standards as defined in the Rolls-Royce Management System (RRMS).
- Capture requirements, define key deliverables and scope in a signed Statement of Work (SOW) or project charter.
- Break down and communicate customer requirements to the project team, ensuring a clear shared understanding.
- Agree on and monitor key deliverables and milestones with the internal/external customers or suppliers.
- Allocate and track resources and ensure accurate scheduling and progress monitoring.
- Act as the primary coordinator for developing work package SOWs/charters.
- Manage budgets, risks, and schedules; apply effective estimation and scheduling practices.
- Engage, motivate, and lead the team, facilitating collaboration and early involvement of appropriate stakeholders.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant operational directives and processes.
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Who we’re looking for:
Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.
Skills and Experience:
- Solid understanding of project management frameworks and best practices (preferably including RRMS).
- Demonstrated ability in requirements capture, communication, and scope management.
- Experience with schedule and resource management, including the use of assignment tools (such as RAM, SOW, project charters).
- Sound knowledge of risk management and budgetary control.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Able to operate within structured processes and drive progress to meet key performance milestones.
Qualifications:
- The documentation does not specify mandatory formal qualifications, but a degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is typically expected.
- Recognised project management certification (such as PRINCE2 or PMP) is advantageous.
- Experience in complex engineering or manufacturing environments is desirable.
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Our Vision:
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient, and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Priority Notice:
Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.
Compensation:
The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be at Level C.
This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade.
It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.
Grade:
Level C
Contact:
For further information please contact: Adam Gushwa-Williams or Sian Skerrit
Job Category: Project Management
Posting Date: 14 Jul 2026; 00:07
Posting End Date: 20 Jul 2026
About Rolls-Royce:
Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.
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