Assistant Project Manager in Chelmsford

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Overview

From satellites searching for new planets to rovers mapping the surface of Mars, for 40 years space customers have depended on Teledyne e2v to provide technology that is literally out of this world. Teledyne e2v has been trusted to design and deliver imaging sensors and sub-systems to over 150 space missions helping humankind to better understand the world we live in.

Working with us will enable you to develop and gain experience in the ideas that are behind some of the most advanced technologies in the world. You will also get a chance to work alongside highly experienced engineers, technicians and scientists.

Teledyne e2v provides high performance CCD, CMOS and IR sensors for space science, earth observation, astronomy and high energy physics applications. Sensors are designed, fabricated, post-processed, packaged and tested in our facilities in Chelmsford (UK) and Grenoble (France). Teledyne e2v is now working on several large-scale, multi-year projects that are significantly increasing the demand level on its operations. In recent years, Teledyne e2v has also secured contracts to deliver solutions at a focal plane level, including mechanical assembly, cryogenics and proximity electronics. With a long and enviable history of technical and scientific innovation, Teledyne e2v is always working at the forefront of technology.

Role Overview

The Assistant Project Manager will play a key role in assisting the delivery of complex projects for Teledyne e2v Space Imaging, providing essential support to project managers and teams. This position is ideal for someone organised, proactive, and keen to develop within a dynamic project environment focused on advanced technology and high reliability.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in the planning, monitoring, and administration of project schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Assist in resource utilisation tracking and support PMs in capacity planning activities.
• Liaising with workstream leads to support schedule updates and reporting.
• Support the maintenance and update of project documentation (and storage in configuration management system), ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal processes.
• Support project managers with the creation of project dashboards, KPIs and RAG summaries to aid decision making.
• Monitor and report on project risks, issues, and progress, escalating concerns as necessary. Maintain project risk and opportunity registers.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and follow up on action items to help keep projects on track.
• Support procurement activities by tracking PO/PR status and coordinating with procurement where relevant.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• Support audit preparation as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Project Support/PM/PMO role is desirable.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools. Ideally with experience in setting up and maintaining robust schedules within Microsoft Project.
• Experience with configuration/documentation management is desirable, but not essential.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Sound judgement - understanding when to own & brief and when to escalate.
• A working knowledge of SAP PTC Windchill would be beneficial but not essential.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.