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SalaryProject Manager– Composite Armour Systems
Job Title: Project Manager– Composite Armour Systems
Job Reports To: Director of Engineering
Department: Project Management
Location: Coventry, UK
Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon – Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)
Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent and based on-site.
Salary: £42,500 - £50,000 per annum + Discretionary Bonus
JOB SUMMARY
Are you looking for a Project Manager role with a difference and delivering exciting new life saving products? If so, you may have found the role you have been looking for!
The Project Manager will be responsible for the management of projects supporting the delivery of new defence protection products, such as armour plates, shields, helmets and bomb disposal suits.
The role will include the management of projects across the Composite and Armour Systems business.
Due to the technical nature of projects across the business, the successful Project Manager will have formal technical/engineering qualifications and will have demonstrable experience of successfully leading the delivery of technically focussed projects.
WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?
NP Aerospace is a global armour technology manufacturer and vehicle integrator with high performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.
Our Mission is “To improve and protect lives.”
Our Vision is “To be a leading provider of innovative solutions that save lives and solve our customers’ complex challenges.”
Our Values are Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication.
Our range of combat-proven body armour from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits contains advanced composite materials and we have a team of R&D engineers working to develop next generation solutions. Our expertise also extends to highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by the world’s largest defence organisations.
NP Aerospace was established in 1926 and has served the defence industry for over 40 years, growing into an agile and diverse company with an expanding Business Development team both in the UK and North America.
Do you want to work for a company which develops products that make a difference? Read on and visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!
BENEFITS
Discretionary Half Year Bonus
Flexible start and finish working hours (subject to manager approval)
Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training/camp
Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
Pension – ER/EE – 3%/5% = 8% combined
Life Cover – 3 x base salary
BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.
JOB DUTIES
The below accountabilities are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required. A flexible approach will be required by the job holder to deal with the changing nature of the job and the demands of the customer.
- The strategic and tactical management of all allocated projects ensuring delivery on time, to the right quality standards and to agreed project budgets.
- To work with a cross functional team in the definition and co-ordination of the resources required and assigned to projects.
- To work with Engineers and designers in the definition and capture of engineering requirements, defined through work breakdown structures.
- Technical direction to ensure system design meets customer’s technical specification, and any other relevant quality or regulatory requirements.
- Technical direction of the project engineering and design teams to ensure that the final design satisfies the requirements specified.
- Recognise the need for engineering change and direct engineering change requests as appropriate.
- Management of a full product life cycle from bids and project initiation through development and verification, into full rate production.
- Supporting the team with problem solving of design and product issues to resolve functional issues as they arise throughout the development and service lifecycle.
- Interaction with Production and Quality teams to investigate and obtain any necessary corrective action data.
- Ensuring all workstream leads understand the requirements and timing plan.
- Provision of robust management information reporting on progress both internally and externally.
- Development of close, long term productive and conducive customer relationships.
- Development and maintenance of Project Management Plans and associated governance documentation to ensure the continued viability of the project.
- Maintain a clear, comprehensive understanding of the risks and opportunities for all allocated projects and a clear understanding of necessary actions to follow up as appropriate.
- Collaborating with the bid management team – or leading – on bid preparation activities as required.
- Ownership of the financial budget, with support from the project accountant community, and forecasting future risks and opportunities.
The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.
EXPERIENCE
Educated to degree level or relevant work-based experience.
A High level of technical proficiency underpinned by formal technical/engineering qualifications
Experienced Project Management professional with strong leadership skills & demonstrable track record in successful project setup, execution & delivery
Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness
Proficient in all Microsoft packages, including MS Project
A self-starter who can work independently and effectively under minimal supervision.
Knowledge and experience in the effective use of Project Management tools and techniques
Ability to quickly identify the critical path and mitigate risks as they are identified.
Ability to create effective working relationships within a challenging environment, and leading multi‑functional teams.
Ability to communicate (and report) at all levels within the business.
Strong negotiation skills with customers, management, peers, and subordinates
