Program Manager

Collins Aerospace; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Competitive Salary

Bonus Scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking a seasoned Programme Manager to lead large aerospace programmes from planning through execution. You will manage P&L, schedules, budgets, and multiple suppliers while coordinating with Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial teams.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving and continuous improvement. Educated to degree level in STEM with PM qualifications, you will drive strategic planning, change management, and contract negotiation to

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level in a STEM discipline.
• Formal PM training / accreditation such as PMP or APM.
• Prince 2 desirable.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead programmes to ensure adherence to programme plans, schedules and budgets.
• Manage P&L of the programmes and oversee sub-tier suppliers.
• Develop milestones, programme plans, schedules and budgets to meet objectives.
• Consolidate and present plans and progress reports for business aspects of programmes.
• Monitor strategic planning efforts and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

Programme management

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in STEM

PM certification (PMP or APM)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

JDE/SAP

Job description

You will also monitor strategic planning efforts; presents progress reports, recommend proactive solutions for programme problems, manages the P&L. The role will also cover managing sub-tier suppliers and supporting contract negotiation., Leads programmes to ensure adherence to programme plans, schedules and budgets in an Integrated Program Team working with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Aftermarket and Business Development

Manages the P&L of the programmes to ensure profitability targets are met and manages multiple sub-tier suppliers

Develops milestones, programme plans, schedules and budgets to ensure that the organisation's objectives are met

Consolidates and presents plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the programmes

Monitors strategic planning efforts for and proactively drives programmes

Demonstrates continuous improvement initiatives to optimise efficiency and quality

Identifies and reacts to programme problems and recommends solutions, such as allocation of resources, changing contractual specifications or coordinating responses to customer action items

Supports the development of new business opportunities, acts as internal and external customer focal

Supports the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including coordinating preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, operation budgets, specification and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and to protect interests

Manages programme scope increase or decrease via change management processes and is a change agent to drive continuous improvements in a highly challenging environment

Size and Scope Information

Focuses on tactical and operational plans with short-to-medium term focus, e.g. less than 1 - 2 years

Deal with day to day difficult challenges

Influences others outside of job area regarding policies, practices and procedures

Education

Educated to Degree level in a STEM discipline - ideally technical.

Related Experience

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite and JDE/SAP)


• Commercial knowledge/awareness and a strong focus on the delivery of objectives


• Good programme planning skills (Microsoft Project or Primavera)


• Knowledge of Earned Value Management


• Proven strong programme management skills and experience in leading programmes


• Proven people leadership in a matrix organisation


• External and internal customer exposure experience


• Knowledge of NPI product lifecycle - JDP, PDR, CDR and FAI

Certification(s) / License(s)

• Formal PM training / accreditation such as PMP or APM


• Prince 2 desirable

Key Competencies

• Strong organisational, planning, and resource management skills.


• Inspirational leader with the ability to coach, guide, and motivate teams.


• Proactive problem-solver with sound decision-making and critical-thinking capabilities.


• Results-oriented, with a focus on achieving programme milestones, quality, and profitability.


• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build trust at all levels.


• Resilient under pressure with a continuous improvement mindset.


• Strategic thinker able to balance short-term delivery with long-term programme goals.

Work Location

The role requires that you will be on-site for minimum of 3 days a week .

Company Overview

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays


• Competitive Salary


• Bonus Scheme


• Fantastic pension scheme


• Critical illness cover.


• Income Protection


• Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, the ability to buy holidays, a cycle to work scheme & other great employee discounts

Interests and Closing

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?