At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting defence and R&D projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget management.
- Company: Join Gooch & Housego, a leader in optics and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to enhance your skills.
- Why this job: Make a difference in defence technology while leading innovative programmes.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in programme leadership and a relevant technical degree required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Gooch & Housego is seeking a Programme Manager to lead a portfolio of UK defence and R&D projects from our Innovation Hub and Ilminster or Plymouth sites. You will drive on‑time delivery, manage budgets, and coordinate across engineering, supply chain and operations to meet demanding performance targets.
You will bring at least 5 years of multi‑million program leadership, a relevant technical degree, and strong communication and stakeholder management skills to optimise project outcomes.
Contact Details:
G&H (Gooch & Housego) Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Defence Programs Lead - Optics & Innovation in Plymouth
Programme Management
Project Delivery
Budget Management
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills
Engineering Coordination
Supply Chain Management
