Operations Manager - R&D

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Aerospace R&D is seeking an Operations Manager to enhance operational efficiency and quality within their Aerodynamics team. This role is pivotal in project planning and overseeing R&D activities, ensuring adherence to best practices and operational objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and safety. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will directly impact innovative projects and operational success. If you are proactive and possess a relevant engineering degree, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Recent experience managing operations within R&D, ideally in aerospace.
• Skilled in implementing best practice operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aerodynamics R&D activities and ensure operation objectives are met.
• Manage schedules for maintenance of aerodynamics equipment.

Skills

Operations Management

Project Planning

Problem Solving

People Management

Best Practice Implementation

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

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Operations Manager – R&D – Bedford – Salary £60k - £70k + Benefits

We have a fantastic new opportunity for an Operations Manager to join an industry leading Bedford-based Aerospace R&D company. You will be an integral member of the management team, focused on operations within the Aerodynamics R&D team, helping to improve the efficiency, quality, safety and capability of the operations.

Responsibilities of Operations Manager include:

• Provide project planning and oversee the aerodynamics R&D activities, including test and model development across the site ensuring all operation objectives are met.
• Set up schedules for the standard maintenance of equipment within the control of Aerodynamic Operations, including mechanical rigs and electrical test equipment.
• People management, including conducting personal development reviews and forming progression plans, building a skills matrix and developing a culture of proactivity, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety. (RAMS) operating procedures associated with Aerodynamic Operations.
• Develop and document best practice operating procedures, introduce and optimise working practices to improve quality, reduce time and material wastage within development.

This role requires candidates to be able to gain UK Security Clearance.

Requirements – Operations Manager:

• Recent and relevant experience working as a manager overseeing operations within R&D, ideally within aerospace, defence, automotive (systems development and/or test) but certainly not a prerequisite.
• Skilled in implementing best practice operating procedures.
• Autonomous, proactive and a good problem solver with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Aviation, Electronics, Physics beneficial.