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Project Manager

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
18 Dec 2021
Reference
R04049

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Discipline
Project Engineering
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience and complexity of role) plus bonus and benefits

Part time working considered

Various opportunities have arisen for Project Managers across a number of our business areas at different levels, to define, plan and deliver medium to large size contracts/programmes. This is an exciting time to be at the forefront of change, as part of our new dynamic vision for Europe. 

Within MBDA, Project Managers are responsible for delivery of range of defence related projects usually contracted directly with MoD and Export customers. Management of the cost and schedule aspects are usually undertaken in a partnership with the Engineering lead who is responsible for the product solution and performance aspects.

What we’re looking for
  • Project /Programme Management experience ideally in defence, aerospace or a related field – including cost management, schedule management, risk management, lifecycle management, EVM and work breakdown structures.
  • Strong risk management skills and knowledge
  • Sound business judgement and appreciation of complex problems
  • Strong communication and motivational skills
  • Ability to embrace new challenges and deal with a level of ambiguity – change management experience would be beneficial.
  • Negotiating and influencing skills, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships and work collaboratively across various levels in an organisation
  • Drive and motivation in leading project teams to strive for excellence in the face of adversity
  • Engage, share standard methodology and find opportunities for innovation
What’s in it for you?
  • Working in an exciting, complex and changing environment, there are opportunities to add value and make a difference in delivering capability to our customers.
  • A great platform to embed your partner management skills, across a diverse multi-functional organisation.
  • Exposure to working within a vibrant Project Management community
  • Opportunity to gain professional/accredited project management qualification
  • Career progression opportunities within and outside the Project Management function
  • High level of integration between functional directorates and customers within UK and our European counterparts.
  • Open forum to share best practice and innovative methodologies.
  • Opportunity to progress to a team leadership role.
Our benefits  

*Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.

Why us?

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We’re here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation. We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. 

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended 2-3 days per week approach to on-site and remote working.

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Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.

Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
01438754500
Location
6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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