Adeptus Talent is recruiting for a Technical Project Manager on behalf of a Swindon-based client operating within the Aerospace & Defence sector. We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to help drive our client’s next phase of growth, transitioning from advanced R&D and prototype development into the delivery of mature, mission-critical products for the defence and aerospace industry. This is a high-impact opportunity for a technically capable and commercially minded Project Manager who thrives in complex engineering environments and understands the importance of delivering projects to time, cost and quality. The Role You’ll lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, managing multidisciplinary teams across software, systems and mechanical engineering, while ensuring compliance with stringent aerospace and defence standards. Key Responsibilities * Leading project planning, execution and delivery. * Managing project timelines, budgets and resources. * Coordinating integration, testing and validation activities. * Working closely with regulatory and compliance teams. * Managing project risks and stakeholder engagement. * Driving continuous improvement through Agile and Lean methodologies. Essential Experience * Proven Project Management experience within defence, aerospace, automotive or a similar engineering or manufacturing environment. * Experience managing complex engineering projects or programmes. * Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills. * Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira or Primavera. * Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance. * Right to work in the UK. Desirable Experience & Qualifications * Experience working with actuation systems and/or avionics. * PMP (Project Management Professional) or APM PMQ (Project Management Qualification). * Working towards professional chartership (e.g. APM ChPP or CEng). * Strong understanding of aerospace safety, regulatory and compliance standards. * Experience working with defence contractors, military programmes or the wider defence industry. This is a pivotal opportunity to join a growing organisation at the forefront of defence technology, helping shape the delivery of next-generation, mission-critical products
Technical Project Manager in Swindon employer: Adeptus Talent Limited
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