Production Manager – Powertrain

JR United Kingdom; Lochwinnoch; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Manager for its Powertrain team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the complex integration of propulsion systems on naval vessels, ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld. You will lead a multi-functional team, manage resources, and drive performance through effective planning and execution. With a focus on innovation and teamwork, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to make a significant impact in the world of engineering and defense.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle2work

Employee Discounts

Annual Incentive Eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in high-risk environments.
• In-depth knowledge of naval propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the T26 Propulsion Powertrain Integration Programme.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Safety Management

Mechanical Engineering

Leadership Skills

Earned Value Management

Planning and Budgeting

Education

Honours Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job title: Production Manager – Powertrain

Salary: Up to £ 68,000 depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

1. Responsible and accountable for delivery and execution of the T26 Propulsion Powertrain Integration Programme on T26 (Alignment and installation through to Systems Hand-over and Commissioning)
2. Promote and maintain a positive safety culture that prioritises safety and wellbeing of all employees, whilst ensuring compliance with the company's HSE Environmental legislation
3. Provide effective leadership and work collaboratively with a multi-organisation/multi-functional team with IPs, OEMs and Major Subcontractors to ensure scope is completed safely, on time and to stringent quality requirements
4. Ensure a compliant and certifiable Propulsion Powertrain Alignment is delivered in line with contractual standards and all inspection criteria are met, in accordance with appropriate business and project governance
5. Responsible for the team’s performance and daily earned value management progress through detailed work plans and business systems. Set daily and weekly targets to ensure the team maintains due date performance and schedule adherence, achieving milestones throughout
6. Be responsible for influencing and coordinating planning of scope, resolving all internal and external dependencies including material management
7. Effectively deploy resource allocation for upcoming tasks to ensure operators are fully SQEP in planned activities or that the experience is suitably managed

Your skills and experiences:

• Safety-focused with experience managing teams within a high-risk environment
• Recognised experience delivering complex mechanical engineering packages within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent leadership, delegation, and team-building skills to enhance performance within a multi-disciplined team
• Experienced in Earned Value Management, planning/forecasting, and budgeting
• Honours Degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject
• In-depth knowledge of component parts and systems forming the Propulsion Powertrain Design of a naval vessel

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Powertrain Delivery Team:

As a Production Manager responsible for powertrain installation, you will have the opportunity to deliver a complex and critical package of work across multiple vessels at Scotstoun and Govan sites.

Type 26 features one of the most complex mechanical propulsion systems on any ship; delivering high-quality installation, verifying design, and creating repeatability across the class are of major strategic importance. The programme has invested in an integrated team of SQEP professionals to ensure delivery aligned with safety, quality, cost, and schedule, and to develop enduring capabilities.

This role is accountable for delivering planning, preparation, and execution of the Type 26 Propulsion Powertrain scope, including mechanical installation and alignment from GT to Propellers, up to the handover to commissioning.

The job involves leading the integration and delivery of work-scope, developing processes, capabilities, and documented ways of working to enable successful follow-on ships. It also includes managing and coordinating suppliers and major subcontractors supporting Propulsion Powertrain activities on and off board Type 26.

Why BAE Systems?

Join us to make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit roles based on nationality, previous nationalities, or place of birth.

Closing Date: 7th May. Interviews will be held W/C 12th May. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged.