Programme jobs in United Kingdom

As the Manufacturing Programme Manager you will be responsible for all projects within a specific product portfolio, predominantly managing series production projects while balancing additional development and in-service requirements within the portfolio. Balancing these requirements to meet the varying customer and stakeholder needs is critical for the success of the business.

• Accomplished Programme Manager with a proven track record in the delivery of complex multinational projects.
• Substantial stakeholder management experience, interfacing and effectively influence customers and suppliers as well as briefing to senior management level.
• Proven management experience leading multi-functional teams in a matrix or cross functional organisation.
• Experience of management of project scope, identifying deviations and negotiation of changes and their impact on the overall project.
• An eye for detail, able to identify risks and opportunity trends within cost, schedule and quality data and able formulate plans in order to mitigate risk and deliver opportunities.
• Enthusiastic and pro-active individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions.
• Able to construct and maintain project plans and familiar with project planning software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• You will need to have a high degree of self-motivation and drive with the ability work independently and as part of a team.

• MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

MBDA offers a range of employee benefits including:

• Dynamic Working: 2-3 days per week on-site with flexi-time and potential for remote work depending on role. Dynamic leave (time in lieu) and more.
• Leave and holidays: 25 days of paid annual leave per year, plus statutory/public holidays. Additional days after 5, 10, and 15 years of service. Option to purchase up to five extra days per year.
• Dynamic Working policies allow flexibility around hours and location; some roles may include paid overtime and other arrangements.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Defined Contribution plan with 4% employee and 6% employer contributions, adjustable up to +2% for both.
• Financial wellbeing: access to financial webinars, education website and guidance.
• Share Incentive Plan: acquire shares in UK Shareholder, BAE Systems PLC.
• Mortgage Advice, Season Ticket Loans, Critical Illness, Employee Assistance Programme, Private Medical Insurance (voluntary and funded options), Dental Insurance, Healthcare Cash Plan, Healthcare and Leisure benefits, and more.
• Security Clearance: British Citizenship or dual UK national with British citizenship; BPSS checks required after offer.
• Bonus: eligible for company bonus up to 21% of base salary; Pension: up to 14% total contribution; Flexible working options; Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks; On-site facilities and discounts.