Senior Engineering Project Manager

MBDA UK Ltd; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage seeks a Senior Engineering Project Manager to lead the delivery of critical projects. Responsibilities include managing intricate electronic sub-systems from concept to production. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electronics, project management experience, and excellent communication skills. Flexible working options available. Competitive salary with benefits such as a company bonus and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary

Pension: Total contribution up to 14%

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Experience across all project phases from initiation to closure.
• Organised with attention to detail and pride in your work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of electronic sub-systems.
• Deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Contribute to our delivery strategy and mentor team members.

Skills

Strong background in electronics development

Project Management best practices

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Stevenage

Are you an established Senior Engineering Project Manager looking for an exciting challenge? Join us to lead the delivery of our most critical projects. Drive the design, development, and delivery of intricate electronic sub-systems, from concept to production. Be a key player in our project management team and shape our delivery strategy!

Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: We seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working, such as being onsite when necessary to collaborate, then working from home around family commitments. This role could be full-time or part-time: 4 or 5 days per week. Flexibility is available, with an expectation of being onsite 2-3 days a week depending on project needs.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. Successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: Total contribution up to 14%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave; additional enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The opportunity:

Join our Electronics Engineering team, dedicated and growing. As a Senior Engineering Project Manager, you will deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. You will lead the design, development, and delivery of electronic sub-systems from concept to production, contributing to our delivery strategy.

You will be supported by Project Controllers and mentored by Engineering Project Coordinators. There is a clear development path towards roles like Delivery Lead and Sector Lead, managing larger portfolios and teams. MBDA offers excellent career growth and development opportunities.

We also encourage community involvement, such as outreach and women-in-engineering initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• Strong background in electronics development
• Experience with Project Management best practices: Risk, Stakeholder, Compliance, Configuration, and Earned Value Management
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Experience across all project phases from initiation to closure
• Excellent communication skills and influencing ability
• Organised with attention to detail and pride in your work

About MBDA:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation supporting armed forces worldwide. We value diversity and inclusion through employee-led networks and encourage applicants to seek support or adjustments during recruitment.

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