Lead Project Manager

Overview

We have an opportunity for a Lead Project Manager on a large AESA Radar Development contract for a European customer. Based on site in Edinburgh you will be part of a large and complex Radar programme in the Airborne AESA Radar Sector. You will liaise closely with a large Integrated Project Team (IPT) comprising a multi-site, cross-functional skillset of engineers and other professionals from across the business.

The work is a development role focused on enhancing our Radar product by delivering iterative performance improvements through software and firmware development upgrades using agile methodology to deliver the agreed customer plan on schedule. Longer term, more significant changes to hardware and software to upgrade product performance are envisaged to keep the product at the cutting edge of capability for years to come.

• You will report directly to the Programme Manager on Development activities.
• You will lead the IPT in the successful delivery of a compliant project in line with the Customer, Contractual and Legislative requirements.
• You will ensure effective communications to proactively encourage project delivery across all functional business areas to achieve cost, quality and schedule within budget.
• You will proactively monitor project progress, resolve issues and initiate appropriate corrective action.
• You will identify and manage risks to the production project, including the development of contingency plans.
• You will engage and input into business winning activities, such as bidding and proposal preparation.
• You will conduct project reviews and make recommendations to appropriate business areas.
• You will be involved in daily interactions with key members of the IPT.
• You will be on Edinburgh site circa 3 days per week, with international travel of up to 1 trip per month.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

This 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, which could include eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit

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• Time to Recharge — generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future — benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• 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).
• Rewarding Performance — All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning — Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and Linked In Learning.
• Refer a friend — Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks — Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working — Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

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Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

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Location:

GB - Edinburgh

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Hybrid