Job Description

Job Title:

Future Weapon Systems Programme Manager

Location:

Boscombe Down, England, United Kingdom

Role Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Package:

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID:

SF18444



Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we're not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Future Weapon Systems Programme Manager at either our Bristol or Boscombe Down site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.



The Role

As the Future Weapon Systems Programme Manager you will be leading on strategically important projects that make a tangible difference to the UKs National Security.



Day-to-day, you will deliver effective management and delivery of the Programme including; developing and growing customer relationships, coordinating technical teams and delivery, leading bids, securing associated follow-on sales and successfully contributing to the overall strategy and business targets.



The Mission Rehearsal team is a highly diverse, energetic and friendly team focussing on the safe delivery of leading edge capability. Your typical day might include Air-to-Air missile firings against representative targets, sinking a decommissioned frigate or supporting delivery of a NATO Missile Defence Exercise. Current programmes managed by the team include Exercise Formidable Shield; Atlantic Thunder; trials and Air-to-Air Missile Firings in Scotland.

Your responsibilities will include:

Maintain an onsite presence at the Air Ranges during any trials period to ensure safe, efficient and effective delivery

Rigorous delivery for all T3E activity within this portfolio using established P3M skills and tools

Lead the development of complex bids for future capabilities

Develop and maintain key stakeholder relationship

Inspire and develop a team of project professionals

Work with a team of highly experienced engineers to identify new capabilities that enhance QinetiQ's offering to our customer

Essential experience of the Programme Manager :

Previous demonstrable experience of delivering Programmes within complex domains with challenging safety considerations

Essential qualifications for the Programme Manager:

Chartered Project Professional Qualification or willingness to obtain the same with QinetiQ support



We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.



This role is 37 hours per week based at either Bristol or MOD Boscombe Down. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.



QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.



Why Join QinetiQ?



As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.



As a QinetiQ employee, you'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture . www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq



Our Benefits



Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance

Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days

Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal:

Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.



Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.



Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution:

guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)