Project Manager Featured

Job Description

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Boeing Defence UK is seeking an experienced, high-performing Project Manager to lead critical initiatives within theMoD IS (Information Systems) programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who thrives on driving performance "better-than-planned." Acting as the primary customer interface for the Ministry of Defence, you will direct all project phases from inception through to successful delivery and transition. You will champion project governance, optimize resource allocation, and mentor junior team members within a highly collaborative and dynamic defense environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Leadership: Direct all project phases, cross-functional staff, and deliverables from initial kick-off through to customer handover and formal project close-out.
• Customer & Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary contact for the MOD, establishing requirements, aligning expectations, and managing critical communication channels.
• Performance & Financial Control: Utilize trend, variance, and earned value analysis (tracking SPI/CPI metrics) to proactively manage project scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Risk Mitigation: Actively identify and resolve critical path dependencies, project risks, team conflicts, and resource constraints, deploying contingency plans as needed.
• Agile Governance: Implement Boeing Programme Management Best Practices (PMBP) to run a robust reporting rhythm, delivering via SAFe Agile methodologies and ServiceNow SPM tools.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• The ability to gain UK Security Clearance
• Proven experience as a Project Manager successfully delivering complex projects through the entire lifecycle.
• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and delegation skills with a track record of driving high-performing teams.
• Mastery of project controls, including earned value management, critical path tracking, and metric analysis.
• Hands-on experience delivering projects via SAFe Agile methodology.
• Proficiency with enterprise reporting software, specifically ServiceNow SPM (or equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Previous or current experience working within Ministry of Defence (MOD) supply chain programmes, specifically the MoD IS environment.
• Project delivery experience working with other UK Government Departments.
• Familiarity with Boeing Programme Management Best Practices (PMBP).

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week 6x annual salary life insurance Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
• Excellent Maternity and Paternity leave   

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 09, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.