Programme Manager

The Raytheon UK Advanced Products team has a fantastic opportunity for an energetic and confident new team member to provide direction and management of a high performing Integrated Project Team. Working within the APNT (Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing) team, as part of the wider Advanced Products business unit, the successful candidate will lead and co-ordinate our Bids and Proposals activity, establishing and growing effective relationships with both new and existing customers. Success will require customer focused innovative thinking, forward planning, strong communication and an ability to react quickly to changes. As a valuable member of the APNT team this Project Management role is pivotal in identifying and securing new opportunities, working collaboratively with the wider company and creating an inclusive environment for the team to grow. As part of the day-to-day activities the role will lead the activities of the Integrated Project Team (IPT) and requires close interaction with Requirements and Capture colleagues, and Commercial colleagues, to shape, develop and issue compelling proposals to our customers. A key benefit of this role is you will have the opportunity to visit customers and suppliers both nationally and internationally. Below are both the Essential and Desirable candidate qualities. At Raytheon UK, our priority is culture: we are keen to hear from people with the right attitude, values and willingness to learn, therefore even if you feel you do not meet the majority of the qualities, we still encourage you to apply., Essential candidate qualities Degree qualified in a technical, manufacturing or project management related discipline, or with equivalent non-academic experience. Effective scope management and ability to understand and execute to customer requirements. Experience in providing leadership and direction to multi-disciplined teams. Risk and Opportunity management, knowledge of qualitative and quantitative risk and opportunity management techniques and tools. Experience in project financial management and reporting, ensuring a complete and accurate view is available on request. Demonstrated expertise in managing issues while bringing projects to successful completion within the cost and time requirements. Ability to make decisions and develop corrective actions based on interpretation of available project performance data and metrics. Desirable candidate qualities Experience in capture and proposal management with a track record of preparing and submitting winning proposals. Effective stakeholder management including both customer interfacing and presenting to senior management. Supportive, with the character to navigate sensitive and pressurised situations to overcome delivery challenges. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to influence, persuade, lead and motivate teams, and produce / deliver reporting to; customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, at all levels. A recognized project management qualification is highly desirable.Experienced Programme Manager with a successful track record in setting up and executing complex projects to schedule, budget and quality with P&L accountability. Experience of working in relevant domains Experience in managing multiple programs and Project Managers. Innovative and proactive problem solver - Anticipates and plans to mitigate risks. Able to engage with technical experts with credibility and understanding. Able to manage and work within agreed budgets, forecast cost to complete. At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence. About Raytheon At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence. Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world. As well as developing within the business, Raytheon UK also encourages its employees to be involved in one of our Employee Resource Groups. These groups are an integral part of our diversity and inclusion journey and key to maintaining a rich and diverse talent base. More details of the groups can be found online. We also encourage all employees to take advantage of five full days of volunteering leave to allow them to focus on social causes that impact their local community. Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We're investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salaries. 25 #J-18808-Ljbffr