Program Coordinator (Temporary) in London

Who we areHelsing is a defence AI company. As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. You own working-level relationships with customers and partners and actively support commercial outreach by identifying opportunities as they emerge. Drawing on a broad internal network, you coordinate across Helsing's engineering, commercial and operational functions, pulling the right capabilities into your workstream at the right moment. You maintain robust programme tracking, translate technical progress into clear reporting, and escalate risks before they affect delivery. The day-to-dayDrive end-to-end technical programme delivery using structured project management methods, owning master schedules, Gantt charts, critical path analyses, and milestone tracking. Plan and lead live customer trials, range tests, and field demonstrations, coordinating operational logistics, safety protocols, and cross-functional engineering support on-site. Oversee Safety Case management and qualification testing workflows, ensuring compliance with standards such as Def Stan 00-035 and MIL-STD-810. Manage Tier 1 and Tier 2 hardware subcontractors, fabrication partners, and component suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining strict compliance with ITAR and UK Export Control Regulations. Maintain programme risk and opportunity registers, surfacing technical and supply chain bottlenecks early to execute swift, structured mitigation actions. Provide clear, data-driven technical progress reporting and dashboards to senior leadership and technical customer counterparts. You should apply if youHave proven experience delivering into UK defence programmes, with a strong track record in hardware delivery (or hybrid hardware/software systems) on formal Programmes of Record, ideally across multiple complete delivery cycles. Have practical experience leading live trials, field demonstrations, or range tests in rigorous operational defence environments. Demonstrate solid exposure to Defence Safety Case management and environmental qualification standards (e.g., Have managed complex supply chains, including Tier 1/2 manufacturing partners and hardware subcontractors, with working knowledge of ITAR and UK Export Control Regulations. Apply structured project management methodologies to build and manage detailed schedules, Gantt charts, and risk frameworks in high-accountability engineering environments Hold an active UK Security Clearance (SC), or are fully eligible and willing to undergo the UK national security vetting process Communicate with full fluency in English (written and spoken) and are willing to travel regularly across trials, test ranges, and supplier sites Note: We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematicallyunder-represented. Nice to HaveHave some familiarity with defence procurement structures or government contract environments, gained through supporting bids, proposals or contract delivery Practical experience applying Agile or hybrid project management methodologies to physical hardware or integrated systems delivery. Exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning technologies, edge computing, or embedded software integration. PMP, APM (PMQ), PRINCE2, or equivalent formal project management accreditation Join Helsing and work with world-leading experts in their fields Helsing's work is important. You will face unique Engineering and AI challenges that make a meaningful impact in the worldOur work frequently takes us right up to the state of the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn't work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply aboutWhat we offerCompetitive salary and VSOP optionsRelocation support: up to 2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodationLearning: 500/450 yearly allowanceHealth & wellness: gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)Social: regularly company events and monthly social allowancesEnhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers. Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to workThese are the core benefits across all locations, there may be additional benefits in certain locations. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.