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Geaerospace

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Senior Project Manager Aerospace NPI - Fixed Term Contract.

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Job Description Summary Here at Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, we have an exciting opportunity for a long term, fixed term contract opportunity to join our onsite Gloucester team as a Snr NPI Project Manager. As the Senior NPI Project Manager you'll be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of assigned New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, including workstreams within major development programmes, with accountability for scope, schedule, cost, quality, performance, risk and stakeholder alignment. The role leads cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, finance and supply chain, and acts as a key interface for internal and external customers, suppliers and engineering service providers. The post supports delivery to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SQDC) objectives using the GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK operating model. This position reports to the NPI Value Stream Leader and, where applicable, to the Programme Leader. Some UK and international travel may be required. This position is offered on a full-time basis under a 18-month fixed-term contract. Job Description Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of assigned NPI projects, ensuring achievement of committed milestones and customer requirements across scope, schedule, budget, quality and performance. Coordinate cross-functional teams and align the work breakdown structure (WBS), resourcing and project schedule to programme goals. Develop, baseline and maintain project schedules; support the integrated master plan; and lead critical path analysis and recovery planning. Lead project reviews and operating cadence meetings, ensuring actions and decisions are tracked to closure and supporting stage-gate and design reviews. Act as the internal customer interface for assigned projects, and build relationships with external customers, suppliers and engineering service providers. Own the project financial forecast, including actuals versus forecast, variance analysis and clear explanation of cost movements, risks and recovery actions, working with the Programme Leader; apply Earned Value Management where applicable. Maintain and actively manage RAID logs (Risks, Actions, Issues and Decisions), ensuring visibility of project status, ownership, mitigations, escalations etc. in line with programme governance. Provide regular reporting to the NPI Value Stream Leader, Programme Leader and customer stakeholders on project status, risks, financial outlook and corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma and the GE Aerospace Lean tools and mentor junior team members in project management best practice. Manage customer, supplier and engineering service provider interfaces, while supporting sourcing activity, purchase order creation, logistics and on-time delivery. Ensure compliance with International Trade Control requirements and company policies, while maintaining robust project documentation. Lead bid and proposal estimating using WBS methodologies, and capture lessons learned. Essential Requirements Proven experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary NPI, product delivery or manufacturing projects to schedule, cost and quality targets. Strong capability in scope, schedule, resource, risk and change management. Experience leading project reviews, operating cadences and presenting to senior stakeholders. Strong financial and commercial acumen, including forecasting and variance analysis. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, analytical and organisational skills. Competence with project management software, ERP systems and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with aerospace standards, manufacturing processes and International Trade Control requirements. Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent in-role experience. Desirable PMP, PRINCE2, APM or equivalent project management qualification. Earned Value Management experience. Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt and familiarity with FLIGHT DECK. Experience supporting bids, proposals and new technology introduction. Flexible Working GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance. Total Reward At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs; Non-contributory Pension Life Assurance Group income protection Private medical cover Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS Right to Work Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.
Pay
Not stated
Where
Gloucester, United Kingdom
Work
On-site
Type
Contract
Posted
5 Nov, 2026
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