Aerospace & Defense: Technical PM for Custom Test Systems

Keysight Technologies; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies, based in Edinburgh, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams across System, Mechanical, and Software engineering in the development of custom test systems for aerospace and defense applications. This role involves managing multiple projects, building strong customer relationships, and supporting business development with compelling proposals.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10+ years in customer-facing roles, 3+ years as a

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering is required.
• 8-10+ years in a customer and factory facing role is required.
• 3+ years as Technical Project or Program Manager leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with RFQ/RFP/SOW and proposal development.
• Experience in AeroSpace & Defense industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful execution of each project.
• Perform requirement and design reviews.
• Manage schedules and resource estimation.
• Conduct risk management and product development.
• Oversee integration and test activities.
• Ensure delivery and post-delivery support to customers.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Agile environment

Proposal development

Education

BS or MS in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

RF test systems

Job description

Keysight Technologies, based in Edinburgh, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams across System, Mechanical, and Software engineering in the development of custom test systems for aerospace and defense applications. This role involves managing multiple projects, building strong customer relationships, and supporting business development with compelling proposals.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10+ years in customer-facing roles, 3+ years as a