Work Package Manager for Test Engineering

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Work Package Manager to lead test engineering projects in Glasgow. This role involves collaborating with diverse stakeholders, managing project resources, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results. The company values innovation and offers flexible working arrangements, making it an ideal environment for professionals eager to make a significant impact in the defence sector. If you have a passion for project management and a drive for excellence, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Performance-related bonus

Flexible working hours

Paid volunteering hours

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life cover

Employee assistance programs

Discount schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing development projects in large organizations.
• Strong understanding of project goals and financial cycles.

Responsibilities

• Manage test engineering projects, overseeing tasks, resources, and budgets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers depend on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. Our platforms encompass systems from very short-range to extended protection across the entire battle-space, including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems, Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

At Thales UK, we offer opportunities for employees to learn and develop their careers. We research, develop, and supply technology and services impacting millions daily, making life better and safer. We innovate across Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security, and Space industries. We prioritize health and well-being, offering flexible working options such as part-time hours, job sharing, home working, and flexible start and finish times.

Job Title: Work Package Manager - Test Engineering

Location: Glasgow

Do you have experience in managing development projects and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project goals? Are you passionate about driving innovative solutions and challenging the status quo? Do you excel at building relationships within complex engineering environments? If so, this role might be for you.

Role Overview:

Manage test engineering projects as a Work Package Manager, overseeing tasks, resources, budgets, performance, reporting, and delivery within your work package. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Support the Project Manager by acting as their delegate when needed.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Performance-related bonus
• 37 hours/week, Monday to Thursday, with flexible start/end times
• 201 hours annual leave plus opportunity to buy additional hours
• Paid volunteering hours
• Private healthcare (grade dependent)
• Pension scheme
• Life cover
• Employee assistance and mental wellbeing programs
• Discount schemes and gym memberships

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and maintain Work Package estimates
• Define scope, deliverables, and milestones
• Approve Work Package in consultation with the delivery team
• Assign tasks, oversee progress, and coordinate delivery
• Plan activities aligning with budget, schedule, and quality standards
• Report progress regularly
• Ensure quality standards and stakeholder satisfaction
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and opportunities
• Close Work Package effectively, including documentation and lessons learned

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as a Work Package, Assistant, or Project Manager in a large organization
• Understanding of project goals, objectives, and strategies
• Experience managing risks and stakeholder relationships
• Knowledge of project financial cycles
• Support experience in customer negotiations
• Ability to operate across functional boundaries in a matrix organization

Security Clearance:

This role requires SC clearance. Candidates should have resided in the UK for the last 5 years; shorter residence periods may be accepted with additional checks. Details on clearance requirements are available on the UKSV website.

Thales is committed to diversity and inclusion. We support flexible and accessible recruitment processes and encourage applicants with disabilities or neurodiverse conditions to apply. For adjustments or inquiries, contact the specified recruitment team.

Apply now and start your journey with Thales!