Job Description
Programme Lead LiftSystem
Fulltime
Bristol
SNBG 7 - 10
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Programme Lead to support the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Programme in Rolls-Royce Defence, Bristol. The Rolls-Royce LiftSystem® is a major component of the Joint Strike Fighter propulsion system for the Short Take-Off Vertical Landing F35-B variant, where the UK programme forms a major part of this global solution. In this role you will be responsible for supporting both OE and Aftermarket contracts
What you will be doing:
- Act as a prime interface for work packages, ensuring appropriate governance and project controls are in place to enable on time delivery and cost and quality objectives.
- Support to programme governance including the provision and analysis of Earned Value Management System data for Programme Managers to enable critical decision making and adherence to FAR15 contractual requirements.
- Support new work proposal submissions, integrating with multiple internal and external stakeholders as required
- Be provided with development opportunities by being part of a continuous improvement team
Position qualifications:
- Experience in planning / managing projects and work packages.
- Experience in the development and / or implementation of project management processes and good knowledge of the project control processes.
- Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office tools, risk management tools and SA
Preferred requirements:
- Member of a professional body and working towards APM PMQ qualification or equivalent.
- Experience in Earned Value Analysis
Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.
The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Grade: SNBG 7 - 10
For further information please contact: Lizzie Moore - Lizzie.moore@rolls-royce.com
Job Category
Project ManagementPosting Date
30 Jun 2026; 00:06Posting End Date
06 Jul 2026
