Programme Manager - Test and Evaluation Services

Nova Systems International; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 8.5% matched contributory pension

Annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance of £3000

Flexible working conditions

Health Insurance

Enhanced Parental Leave

Job summary

A global engineering services company is seeking a Programme Manager in Aerospace Test Services to lead projects and enhance organizational processes. The role involves strategic advice, stakeholder engagement, and opportunities assessment. Candidates should have expertise in project management and aerospace, preferably in consultancy roles. Benefits include a matched pension scheme and annual personal development allowances.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Aerospace Test and Evaluation, Certification and Systems Assurance.
• Strong understanding of bid writing processes and experience in developing successful proposals.
• UK Citizenship OR a NATO Country Passport and Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of projects and programmes.
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels to manage expectations.
• Monitor and report on project performance.

Skills

Aerospace Test and Evaluation

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Process Improvement

Education

No specific education required

Tools

PRINCE2

PMP

MSP

Agile methodologies

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Hiring smart people to solve complex challenges at Nova Systems across UK - Ireland - Singapore - Norway

Programme Manager - Test and Evaluation, Certification and Systems Assurance

We are seeking a highly motivated Programme Manager to support our clients in delivering complex projects and driving business improvements in the Aerospace Test and Evaluation, Certification and Systems Assurance domain (TECSA). In this role, you will provide expert guidance on project and programme management best practices, contribute to bid writing efforts, identify future business opportunities, and enhance organisational processes to ensure efficiency and success.

What you’ll be doing;

• Lead and support the delivery of projects and programmes, ensuring they meet scope, time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Provide strategic advice and hands-on support to improve project and programme management frameworks.
• Assist in developing compelling bid proposals and responses to tenders, ensuring alignment with client needs and industry standards.
• Identify and assess future business opportunities, conducting market analysis to support business growth
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels to manage expectations, mitigate risks, and drive project success.
• Monitor and report on project performance, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
• Support knowledge sharing and best practice development within the organisation and client teams
• Ensure projects align with best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain Key relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay informed on best practices, trends, and emerging methodologies

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in Aerospace Test and Evaluation, Certification and Systems Assurance.
• Proven experience in project and programme management across Aerospace industries.
• Strong understanding of bid writing processes and experience in developing successful proposals.
• Ability to identify and evaluate new business opportunities in a competitive market.
• Expertise in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma,Agile).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a results-driven approach.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, MSP,Agile).
• Experience working in consultancy or client-facing roles is highly desirable.
• UK Citizenship OR a hold a NATO Country Passport and have the Right to Work in the UK
• Security Clearence

Desirable Qualifications

• PRINCE2, PMP, or MSP certification.

What’s in it for you?

Up to 8.5% matched contributory pension

£3000 Annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance

£300 towards Professional Membership Subscriptions

Study Leave - 5 days/yr

25 days of Annual Leave per year plus bank holidays

Flexible working conditions

Vitality (UK) Health Insurance

Great discounts at leading retailers

Enhanced Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members

About Nova

Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions company, with strategically located offices in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We play a key part in keeping the global community safe. We pride ourselves in being responsive to our customers and are committed to delivering our solutions in a timely way. Small enough to care, big enough to matter, we leverage the benefits of scale for our clients.

What makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people, it's where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems we see things differently. We bring (and take) a different perspective.

Our Vision - Smart People. Solving Complex Challenges. Making our world safe and secure.

We are committed to increasing diversity of staff within Nova Systems International and within the aerospace and engineering sector. We welcome applications from everyone who meets the requirements of the role description, and we are committed to equal opportunity, equal treatment, and respect for every individual.

At Nova Systems International we are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognize the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families bring to our business.

We offer, and value, flexible working and we are also proud to be committed to mental health awareness and to actively support the wellbeing of our team. If you have special access requirements, please do let us know.

AGENCIES, PLEASE NOTE Whilst we appreciate the knowledge and support you could bring to this campaign; we do NOT require any agency assistance. Any unsolicited CVs received will be considered a gift

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Engineering

• Industries

  Engineering Services, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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