Project Manager - 15 Month Fixed Term Contract in Redhill

Overview

Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection solutions for ports, borders, military sites, and high‑security facilities. Our mission is to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud through cutting‑edge X‑ray technology and innovative security solutions. 15 Month Fixed Term Contract – Hybrid role working from our Redhill site.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and results‑driven Project Manager to join our Product and Certifications team for a 15‑month fixed‑term contract. Reporting to the Director of Aviation Security Approvals, you will lead global government certification and approval projects for Rapiscan Systems’ Detection Business.

Responsibilities

• Arrange all certification, data collection and trial activities for the Product and Certifications team.
• Co‑ordinate with testing bodies, airports, and internal stakeholders across Rapiscan Detection Business units.
• Develop, implement and maintain equipment approvals testing process.
• Maintain project schedule and financial trackers; provide periodic progress reports.
• Manage risk, develop mitigation plans, and monitor readiness of software, hardware and algorithms.
• Serve as liaison between the Government Affairs team and other internal stakeholders, including Service, Engineering and Product Line Management.
• Coordinate externally with test laboratories, authorities, contractors and customers.
• Own all project aspects: documentation, Gantt/Schedule, progress reporting, documentation collection, pre‑testing gating reviews.
• Lead delivery of equipment and support staff; confirm system completion to Bill of Materials before shipping.
• Source required parts and services; coordinate installation and training resources.
• Attend project meetings, record minutes and coordinate between the customer, Government Affairs and Certification teams.
• Report quality problems and defects to ensure corrective action and prevent recurrence.
• Uphold the Company’s core values of Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Project Manager, ideally in equipment installation projects (UK, Europe or North America).
• Strong communicator with excellent written and oral skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop robust plans, assess risk and drive mitigation.
• Experience managing multi‑stakeholder projects.
• Knowledge of aviation security, screening or inspection equipment and familiarity with approvals/testing processes (preferred).
• Ability to travel to Project Sites as required.

Knowledge, Training and Qualifications

• UK security clearance (held or obtainable).

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