Technical Program Manager - Satellite Communications

Bluestream People; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager to lead advanced R&D projects within the aerospace and defence sector. The role involves project management, cross-functional leadership, and risk management, requiring over 5 years of experience in technical program management. A degree in Engineering or an MBA is essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on delivering cutting-edge solutions for satellite communications.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading technology projects in VLSI.
• 5+ years’ experience in technical program management.
• Background in satellite, aviation, or networking industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules and deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders for project success.
• Identify and mitigate risks to minimize project impact.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Time management

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or MBA

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager to lead advanced R&D projects spanning Mixed Signal ASIC design and validation, Post-Silicon, hardware (HW), and software (SW) development.

This is a key role driving the delivery of complex, high-impact projects for the aerospace and defence sector, ensuring cutting-edge solutions for space and satellite communications applications.

As a Technical Program Manager, you will work closely with the Engineering Manager and team leads to oversee cross-functional engineering efforts, coordinating both internal teams and external vendors. You will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Develop, maintain, and oversee project schedules, resource allocations, and deliverables to ensure milestones are achieved within scope, time, and budget. Consolidate plans across engineering departments, suppliers, and partners.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with system engineers, ASIC designers, hardware engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders to drive project success. Build strong communication channels and foster teamwork across disciplines.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and dependencies to minimize project impact. Anticipate roadblocks and proactively develop contingency plans.

Experience

• Proven track record of leading technology projects in VLSI (chip development / complex IP development).
• Experience with analog design
• 5+ years’ experience in technical program management or team leadership.
• Degree in Engineering or MBA (BSc/MSc).
• Background in satellite, aviation, or networking industries – highly desirable.
• Strong time management, organizational, problem-solving, and escalation skills.
• Excellent communication skills – clear, concise, and adaptable to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to thrive in a high-demand, dynamic environment.

Bluestream People are an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an as an Employment Business for temporary / contract recruitment.