Senior Programme Manager - Defence Avionics (9-day Fortnight)

General Dynamics UK Limited; Hastings; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Flexible benefits

Career development plan

Flexible working environment

Job summary

General Dynamics UK Limited is seeking a Programme or Senior Programme Manager to lead avionic or naval projects in a high‑tech, regulated environment. You will manage all facets of projects to meet schedule, cost and performance targets while ensuring customer satisfaction and pursuing follow-on opportunities.

You will oversee bids, development, production and support phases, interfacing as the main customer contact and driving contract delivery with a focus on OTAD targets.

Qualifications

• Experience managing development contracts through the project lifecycle.
• Knowledge of engineering, production, and manufacturing practices.
• APMP qualification is desirable.
• Proven experience in high-technology, high-regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned projects to achieve schedule milestones, cost targets, and performance standards whilst ensuring customer satisfaction
• Execute projects through all phases, including Bid, Development, Production, and Support, with accountability for project performance metrics
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, managing expectations and maintaining satisfaction
• Identify and pursue follow-on business opportunities across all company product areas
• Participate in bid management, coordinating cost estimates and proposal generation for new and existing business opportunities
• Achieve project financial targets (Bookings, Billings/Cash, EBIT), deliver on Contract Statement of Work (SOW), and meet company On Time Acceptable Delivery (OTAD) targets
• Have responsibility for key performance indicators such as project financial performance, the timely delivery of project milestones, customer satisfaction ratings and the generation of follow-on business opportunities

Skills

Programme management

Defence industry experience

Bid management

Cost and schedule control

AI/ML familiarity

Education

APMP certification

Job description

General Dynamics UK Limited is seeking a Programme or Senior Programme Manager to lead avionic or naval projects in a high‑tech, regulated environment. You will manage all facets of projects to meet schedule, cost and performance targets while ensuring customer satisfaction and pursuing follow-on opportunities.

You will oversee bids, development, production and support phases, interfacing as the main customer contact and driving contract delivery with a focus on OTAD targets.