Technical Project Manager – Space Imaging Test Camera platforms – Chelmsford

Working at the cutting-edge of technology, our client has an enviable reputation as a world leader, developing cutting edge products for scientific and satellite / space industries.
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Project Manager to lead the planning, execution and delivery of Space Imaging Test Camera projects. The role will suit a Project Manager from an engineering environment, or an engineer who wishes to transition into a fully project management role.

Responsibilities

Manage projects for the delivery of internally designed test camera platforms for space systems
Coordinate with cross-functional teams of engineers and utilise project management techniques to deliver the work packages for the project.
Provide governance through the project life cycle.
Ownership, maintenance & delivery of the Engineering Management Plan
Management of the requirements, including maintaining the compliance and verification matrix
Manage the technical risk/opportunities and their mitigation/capture activities.
Ensure configuration control is followed
Scheduling of projects in Microsoft Project
Budgetary management
Parts procurement Skills & Experience

Project management experience gained in either a Project Manager, Engineering Manager or Systems Engineer role which encompassed significant project management responsibility.
Experience of working within a structured engineering environment such as space, defence, aerospace, electronics, semiconductors or precision manufacturing
Project delivery lifecycle management experience
Time management skills, ability to work well in a team and to learn quickly
Experience of relevant manufacturing techniques, setting requirements, qualification, verification, and test.
Knowledge of test system development and analysis techniques.
Project risk management and problem solving Salary and Benefits

Basic salary depending upon previous experience.
Training and access to the “Internal University”
Pensions and Life Assurance
Variable Pay options including: Employee Bonus, Sales Incentive Plans and Recognition Schemes
Discount arrangements on a wide range of goods, hospitality providers, personal electronics and services
Excellent career mobility with national and international opportunities
Occupational health provisions and medical benefits
Employee assistance and wellbeing support
Relocation Assistance
Flexible working options. This role is predominantly onsite