IT Programme Manager

The Boeing Company; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company located in Bristol, UK, is seeking an experienced IT Programme Manager. This role involves managing multiple IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and leading cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess over 7 years of experience in programme management and a strong knowledge of methodologies such as Agile and PRINCE2. The position allows for a hybrid work environment, providing flexibility to work onsite and remotely. Apply by February 11, 2026 to join our innovative team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning programs

Excellent parental leave options

Pension Plan with employer contributions

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Access to Well Being Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years managing large-scale programmes or portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of change management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of IT programmes.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure business outcomes.
• Monitor programme performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Programme and project management methodologies (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe)

Stakeholder management

Cloud migration

Legacy system modernization

Change management

Budgeting and financial management

Leadership and mentoring

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Azure DevOps

Confluence

Job description

Overview

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

An opportunity has arisen for an IT Programme Manager to join a small, dedicated IT capability within the UK that leverages the extensive IT resources of the worldwide Boeing Company to deliver complex solutions to the business and its clients.

The IT Programme Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing multiple related IT projects to ensure successful delivery aligned with business objectives and strategy. This role involves strategic planning, resource coordination, risk management, and stakeholder communication to drive complex IT programmes from initiation through to completion.

This position is hybrid. This means that the selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team’s discretion and could potentially change in the future.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategies.
• Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams, including project managers, developers, analysts, and vendors to deliver business outcomes.
• Develop and maintain programme plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the programme lifecycle.
• Manage stakeholder expectations through regular communication, reporting, and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance, standards, and best practices.
• Facilitate programme-level decision-making and escalation processes.
• Monitor programme performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support change management activities related to IT programme implementations.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to project managers and team members.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Extensive experience (7+ years) managing large-scale programmes or portfolios.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and drive consensus.
• Strong knowledge of programme and project management methodologies (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe).
• Experience with cloud migration, legacy system modernisation, and enterprise application integration.
• In-depth understanding of change management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Experience with budgeting, financial management, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency with programme management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Azure DevOps, Confluence).
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience in leading IT Projects and Programmes in the Defence, Aerospace or Automotive domains
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Agile, or Change Management (e.g., Prosci) are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and cloud platforms.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
• Ability to influence and lead cultural change in a complex organisational environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to acquire a UK security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC).

Work Authorization

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the United Kingdom. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Additional Details

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 11, 2026

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation - Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship - Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift - Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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