Senior Production Program Lead – Radar (Edinburgh, Hybrid)

Leonardo UK Ltd; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Edinburgh. This role involves managing complex Radar production projects, ensuring successful customer deliveries, and leading project teams to meet contractual and legislative requirements while promoting continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience and excellent communication skills. Benefits include flexible working hours, generous leave policies, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous leave with additional flexi-days

Up to 15% employer contribution pension scheme

Free access to mental health support

Online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning

Flexible benefits including healthcare and gym memberships

Bonus scheme for employees

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a business or engineering related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to embrace and work to tight timescales.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IPT in successful project delivery.
• Ensure effective communications for project delivery across all functional areas.
• Proactively monitor project progress and resolve issues.

Skills

Project Management experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive approach

Education

Degree in business or engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Edinburgh. This role involves managing complex Radar production projects, ensuring successful customer deliveries, and leading project teams to meet contractual and legislative requirements while promoting continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience and excellent communication skills. Benefits include flexible working hours, generous leave policies, and a comprehensive benefits package.