Manufacturing Project Lead in Basildon

A Project focused Manufacturing Project leader is required within the ISP (Integrated sensing & protection) IPT (Integrated Project Team) to take ownership of products within Basildon Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and plan all manufacturing activities required for successful delivery.
• Management and identification of product dependency.
• Product risk and opportunity management.
• Achievement of product delivery to schedule, cost and quality.
• Lead the manufacturing input into bid activities for new business.
• Management of internal and external stakeholders/customers relationships.
• Internal reporting to IPT Lead and/or Sector VP.
• Presentation at Sector and Line of Business performance reviews to present product summary status.
• Ensure adherence to company's Lifecycle Management (LCM) as required and tailored to specific needs.
• Internal liaison with Capability Managers to help define Product Roadmaps.
• Liaison with Functional groups to ensure projects are appropriately resourced to achieve successful execution.
• Accountability for contract and project milestone delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience of different Project Management techniques and when/how to use them.
• Experience in developing and maintaining internal/external Customer and Supplier relationships.
• Proactive, dynamic individual with proven stakeholder management, organisational, interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Strong experience of using MS Office applications, especially Excel is required.
• Evidence of ability and planning to work both autonomously and within a team environment.
• Energetic, team player, and keen to develop further.
• This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge – Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future – Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance – All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning – Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend – Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks – Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working – Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Primary Location GB - Basildon

Contract Type Permanent Hybrid Working Onsite