Programme Manager - 5 Month Project

Are you an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background in delivering complex aerospace or defence programmes? We’re looking for a confident leader who thrives in high-stakes environments and understands how to drive strategic goals from planning through to successful delivery. Join a dynamic team working at the forefront of aviation modification programmes, where your ability to manage large-scale projects, navigate regulatory frameworks, and coordinate multi-functional teams will make a real impact. This is intially a 5 month project with the possibility to be extended. What You’ll Be Doing: - Lead the successful delivery of a complex aviation programme, reporting directly to the Programme Director. - Maintain day-to-day compliance with ITAR regulations. - Define and implement effective programme controls, including governance, reporting, and risk management. - Identify and manage project dependencies and interdependencies. - Monitor programme performance and initiate corrective actions where necessary. - Coordinate with internal departments (HR, legal, procurement, business continuity) to form and support the programme team. - Advise senior leadership on governance and strategic issues. - Oversee budgets, ensuring expenditure is tracked, reconciled, and aligned with programme objectives. - Ensure key milestones are achieved across multiple concurrent workstreams. What You’ll Bring: - Proven experience leading large-scale aviation modification programmes, ideally across both military and commercial sectors. - In-depth knowledge of programme and project management methodologies. - A strategic mindset with an ability to connect project outputs to wider business goals. - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. - Strong understanding of risk, issue, and change management within complex delivery environments. This Role Is Perfect For You If You: - Excel under pressure and enjoy managing multiple priorities. - Are comfortable navigating high-level governance and stakeholder expectations. - Thrive in dynamic, technically complex environments. - Are motivated by delivering critical outcomes that support national and international defence capabilities.