Senior Space Payload 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

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.