Project Manager

Filtronic Plc; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in RF and microwave solutions is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex projects in space and defence. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and proven experience in delivering time-critical projects. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycles, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring compliance with rigorous standards. This role offers an outstanding salary and benefits package in a growing, high-technology environment where innovation is valued.

Benefits

Outstanding salary and benefits package

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven success delivering highly complex, time-critical engineering projects.
• Strong engineering background or experience managing multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of complex projects in space payload and defence systems.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers and partners.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Jira

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and technically proficient Project Manager to lead complex projects in space payload development, defence technology programmes, and satellite communications. The role requires someone with drive, ownership, authority and credibility; a natural leader who can influence stakeholders, motivate and inspire teams, and deliver projects to the required technical and quality standards within the agreed financial parameters. The Project Manager will manage projects across their full lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer and industry requirements in the highly regulated space and defence environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of complex projects in space payload and defence systems.
• Be the focal point for project performance, both internally and externally.
• Ensure delivery to scope, schedule, budget and quality requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, partners and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and present project updates, reviews and reports to senior leadership and customers.

Financial Performance

• Manage project budgets, forecasts and cost tracking.
• Ensure projects meet financial objectives and that forecasts are accurate and timely.

Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets and risk assessments.
• Track progress against project milestones and implement corrective actions as required.

Team Leadership

• Lead and coordinate cross functional teams across RF, mechanical, filter, software, supply chain, manufacturing and quality assurance disciplines.
• Develop a mindset of ownership, collaboration and accountability across all functions.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess and mitigate technical and programmatic risks.
• Maintain and execute active risk management plans and processes.

Business Development & Bids

• Support the Business Development and Bid Management teams in preparing proposals and customer specific opportunities.
• Actively drive customer-focused solutions and contribute to the technical and commercial success of bids.

Qualifications

• Proven success delivering highly complex, time‑critical engineering projects in space, defence or satellite communications sectors.
• Strong engineering background or experience managing multi‑disciplinary technical teams in regulated environments.
• Proven experience delivering RF‑based systems e.g. satellite communications, radar, payload RF chains or EW systems.
• Excellent communication, influencing, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient using project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera and Jira.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2 or APMP).
• Strong stakeholder management ability across all level of business.
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).
• High level of experience in project or engineering management within relevant sectors.

Desirable

• Career experience within Project Engineering Lead role(s).
• Familiarity with Space Payload Qualification and Defence Qualification requirements.
• Background in RF, microwave or electronics design and manufacturing.

Please note: All candidates must be able to meet the requirements of the UK Security Clearance (SC) vetting process.

Filtronic designs and manufactures advanced RF, microwave and mmWave technologies for mission‑critical communications and connectivity applications. Our products and solutions support customers operating in aerospace, defence, space, telecommunications and critical infrastructure markets. At Filtronic, we are driven by innovation, collaboration and technical excellence. We take pride in delivering complex engineering projects to the highest standards, helping our customers connect, protect and explore. You'll be joining a growing, high‑technology business where your ideas are valued, your knowledge and expertise respected, and your impact visible.

We recognise the value of exceptional talent. That's why this role is backed by an outstanding salary and benefits package, benchmarked close to the top of the sector.