Technical Project Manager – Defence Sector

About The Role

Since the launch of the dedicated Defence team, we have seen rapid growth in the number of complex and diverse projects we have undertaken in partnership with industry, academia, and the MoD. Our team’s vision is to be the centre of excellence for composites in defence, and we are looking for unique individuals who can contribute to our high performing team. 

We are looking for Technical Project Managers to take ownership of a portfolio of diverse defence nuclear projects within our public sector customer base. This will involve you developing a good working relationship with the customers as well as internally within the NCC engineering community to deliver their projects to time, cost, and quality. 

You’re a strong Technical Project Manager, with proven experience of managing complex work packages from start to finish. You’ll work with key stakeholders to develop project plans and liaise with our technical and engineering resources to deliver tailored solutions. Existing security clearance or the ability to gain security clearance will be a requirement of the role.

So, what are we looking for?

• You're a proven leader of technical projects, with experience of working on high-value, high-profile packages of work in an engineering context.
• Composites knowledge is a bonus, but your passion for technology development will set you up for success.
• We're open to candidates from all sectors, although, if you have experience of managing projects within the Defence sector, have experience of writing bid proposals and have existing Security Clearance, then we’d like to hear from you!
• The position requires successful completion of MoD Developed Vetting (AP) Security Clearance.
• The post is based within the NCC (Bristol) however will require infrequent travelling to secure partner facilities.

What do we offer in return?

• Hybrid and flexible working as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI and learning and development this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future.

About The Company

Not sure you meet all the requirements? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs if they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact they often do. At the NCC we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We ensure that all hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristics, and will treat all applications with the strictest confidence. We’re always open to hearing how we can support flexible working in different ways, including part-time work. Please don’t be afraid to ask about what we can do to support your needs. All requests will be carefully and fairly considered. We wish you every success in your job search.

Why the NCC?

We see our success in yours. The future of composites manufacturing relies on the NCC, and we rely on the right individuals to make it happen, whether they’re engineers or not!

Diverse challenges – the NCC isn’t just about aerospace. We’re working with over 16 sectors and a variety of customers, from private ventures to the global tier 1 companies, providing variety to your experience.

Innovation – a world-leading research and development centre, the work we do brings novel and innovative solutions to industry, with the future firmly in mind. So we need innovating thinking not just in Engineering, but across all support functions.

Development in composites, and you – if the scope of exciting work isn’t enough to sway you, our ethos of continued learning and development and flexible working patterns will.