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You will lead multiple world-class projects that have provided specialist capability to the UK MoD for decades-continuing to deliver operational advantage for our armed forces.\nAs PM/Senior PM, you will:\nBe accountable for delivery of specific projects in the portfolio.\nApply strong leadership, governance, and problem-solving skills to deliver multiple complex projects to time, cost, and quality\nLead early-stage technology development projects, managing uncertainty in requirements, technical feasibility, and resource allocation while ensuring alignment with long-term product strategy.\nEstablish robust governance and risk frameworks for low-TRL initiatives, proactively identifying technical, schedule, and integration risks and implementing mitigation plans to accelerate maturation toward higher TRLs.\nSupport bids and campaigns spanning the Precision Guidance IPT, increasing their Pwin.\nBe responsible for working with the Project Engineering Lead / Project Engineering Managers to manage available resource against future demand based on forecast prospects, ensuring issues are either addressed locally or are escalated to the Head of Programmes & Head of Engineering Projects.\nSupport the IPTs’ delivery of Low-TRL tasks and the development of internally funded projects to develop next generation products and system enhancements.\nBe responsible for Projects internal reporting to the business, including Monthly Project Reviews into VP Sensors and as required, SVP ISP.\nManage and demonstrate improved delivery where possible to improve financial performance against the baseline targets.\nEnsure adherence to Company governance and process, including Leonardo’s Lifecycle Management (LCM) as appropriate, including tailoring to suit project requirements.\nProactively monitor cost and schedule progress and lead the team effectively through planning, allocation and reporting of work in order to ensure successful delivery of projects and their objectives.\nAnticipate, mitigate and manage dependencies, risks and synergies in support of increased business performance.\nBuild and maintain strong working relationships with all functions in order to influence, support and deliver projects.\nSupport the ongoing development and/or improvement of relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers to build on the principals of trust, collaboration and mutual respect.\nProvide coaching and mentoring support to members of the IPT, and particularly those within the Project Management function.\nIntrinsic Job Factors:\nFull time role with some out of hours and extended working hours anticipated as required.\nThis role will be Basildon based. Wider travel to other Leonardo and customer sites may also be required.\n What you'll bring:\nProven experience in leading projects, including those at early stages of development where requirements, technologies, and risks are evolving.\nExcellent stakeholder management skills, influencing senior leadership and maintaining customer relationships.\nExcellent stakeholder engagement skills, influencing senior leadership and building trusted customer relationships.\nDeep understanding of product development processes, from concept and low-TRL technology maturation through to sustainment and retirement.\nRobust risk and issue management capabilities, with a track record of proactive mitigation in uncertain and dynamic environments.\nLeadership and team development experience, fostering collaboration and accountability across multi-disciplinary teams.\nStrong governance and delivery discipline, ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, and budget-even in early-phase, high-uncertainty contexts.\nKnowledge of compliance standards and regulatory requirements relevant to defence and aerospace.\nExceptional communication and presentation skills, able to simplify complex technical and commercial information for diverse audiences.\nProactive, results-driven mindset, focused on continuous improvement and high performance.\nWorking knowledge of Lifecycle Management (LCM), Project Execution, Risk Management, and Project Controls.\nExperience in business-winning activities, including bid support and campaign planning.\nAbility to organise, prioritise, and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.\nFlexible and adaptable to change, with resilience under pressure.\nStrong problem-solving skills and lateral thinking, particularly in ambiguous early development phases.\nAbility to integrate and communicate across multiple functions and geographically dispersed teams.\nGood computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.\nIdeally APMP, PRINCE-2 or PMI PMP Certified\nSecurity Clearance\nThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting\nLeonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.\nWhy join us\nAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.\nTime to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.\nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.\n Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).\nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.\nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.\nRefer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.\nTailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.\nFlexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. 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