United Kingdom Job Openings

Collins Aerospace

Program Manager

Leighton Buzzard

FULL TIME

August 27, 2024

Date Posted:
2024-02-29 Country:
United Kingdom Location:
BE Aerospace UK Limited, Nissen House, Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4TB Position Role Type:
Unspecified

Join Us in Redefining Aerospace Every Day
Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, stands at the forefront of innovative and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. With our unmatched expertise and comprehensive portfolio, we tackle the toughest challenges and meet the evolving demands of the global market. We are excited to announce an opening for a Program Manager at our Leighton Buzzard location.

The Purpose of the role:
Manages a cross-functional team of both experienced professionals and team leaders; manages medium-sized program or multiple smaller program; monitors strategic planning efforts; presents progress reports; recommends proactive solutions for program problems; manages the P&L; manages sub-tier suppliers; supports contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

Leads programs to ensure adherence to program plans, schedules and budgets in an Integrated Program Team working with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Aftermarket and Business Development
Manages the P&L of the programs to ensure profitability targets are met and manages multiple sub-tier suppliers
Develops milestones, program plans, schedules and budgets to ensure that the organisation’s objectives are met
Consolidates and presents plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the programs
Monitors strategic planning efforts for and proactively drives programs
Demonstrates continuous improvement initiatives to optimise efficiency and quality
Identifies and reacts to program problems and recommends solutions, such as allocation of resources, changing contractual specifications or coordinating responses to customer action items
Supports the development of new business opportunities
Acts as internal and external customer focal
Supports the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including coordinating preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, operation budgets, specification and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and to protect interests
Manages program scope increase or decrease via change management processes
Is a change agent to drive continuous improvements in a highly challenging environment

Experience Required

Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite and JDE/SAP)
Educated to Degree level in a Technical Discipline
Formal PM training or accreditation such as PMP or APM is highly desirable
Commercial knowledge/awareness and a strong focus on the delivery of objectives
Good program planning skills (Microsoft Project or Primavera)
Knowledge of Earned Value Management
Proven strong program management skills and experience in leading programs
Proven people leadership in a matrix organisation
External and internal customer exposure experience
Knowledge of NPI product lifecycle – JDP, PDR, CDR and FAI

Further information

Travel requirement – up to 20%
Hours of Work - Standard Staff Hours – 39 hours per week
Working hybrid opportunities

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Generous Time Off: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and bonus scheme
Health and Wellness: Private medical cover and critical illness cover
Financial Security: Fantastic pension scheme and income protection
Flexible Benefits: Customizable benefits program, including holiday buy & sell, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, and healthcare cash plan

About Us
Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest problems and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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