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Date Posted:

2024-06-12

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Rockwell Collins UK Limited, Pegasus One, Gatwick Road, Crawley, RH10 9AY

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

We are currently seeking an Airports Program Manager to provide project management expertise for the delivery of Connected Aviation Solutions (CAS) projects in the UK and European regions.

The successful candidate must possess the Right to Work in the UK without restriction as we are unable to offer sponsorship. The base location for this role is London Gatwick/Crawley. We may also consider a remote-based candidate within the UK. Where applicable, on-site attendance is required for workshops and training opportunities. The successful candidate will also be required to travel within the UK and Europe, approximately 30%.

This person will be responsible for managing projects in Europe, to deliver projects on time, within budget and in a manner that enhances Collins’ reputation and to encourage additional business from customers. The Airports Project Manager will manage all the required efforts associated with the overall program and will be required to manage one or more projects simultaneously.

Primary Role Responsibilities:

• Considerable experience leading strategic bids & proposals for current and new products.

• Leading an IPT via a matrix structure to deliver functional basis of estimates in a timely manner.

• Producing gate review presentations, creation of Microsoft Project plans, defining risks and opportunities, ensuring the content is accurate and relevant.

• Proactive management of operational issues, leading from the front, and addressing issues before they become problems.

• Managing projects exceeding customer expectations and to guarantee a successful project launch for both for Collins Aerospace and the customer;

• Provide guidance for development of project schedule and budget and monitor project execution for compliance with defined targets and objectives;

• Helping to specify, order and then monitor the purchasing process to acquire equipment, and then authorise payment to suppliers, and/or executing warranties of the products;

• Overseeing onsite installation activities, testing, training, monitoring and management of the interface with the customer throughout the project duration;

• Obtain system acceptance from customer and then handing over the project to Customer Service staff or Site Management staff;

• Organise and lead Project Status Review meetings and cost analysis with all stakeholders;

• Maintaining project documentation in accordance with ISO guidelines;

• Delegating work to appropriate people, whether they are with Collins Aerospace, the customer, or third parties;

• Develop and enforce standard of operations using project management tools & techniques, such as MS Project, critical path analysis, time recording systems and other systems to manage projects;

• Assisting with the negotiation of Terms of Service Agreements with subcontractors;

• Applying project management skills and techniques, e.g. matrixed team leading, multi-tasking and financial awareness to deliver high quality projects;

• Contribute to sales/marketing effort by being alert to new business opportunities, and assisting with related proposals, customer-facing presentations, and other support of the sales process;

• Travel: 30% within UK and Europe

Basic Qualifications - Technical/Professional:

• BS/BA degree in a Project Management discipline or equivalent.

• Proven experience as a Programme/Project Manager; ideally in an Airline/Airport/Aerospace environment.

• Advanced Microsoft Project and MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Experience in an operational environment.

• Experience in Financial Management

• Adaptable to work in an ever-changing and demanding operational environment, including coordination with the overall global team.

• PMP or Prince2 qualification preferred.

• Proven track record of successful project delivery

Preferred / Desirable Skills/ Qualifications:

• Language ability advantageous

About Us:

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Connected Aviation Solutions (CAS) Division advances information management solutions for commercial and military customers across the world. That means we’re helping passengers reach their destination safely.

Within the Connected Aviation Solutions (CAS) Business Unit we connect aviation community stakeholders and airlines with intelligent data service solutions to enable the connected aviation ecosystem. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career?

Join our Connected Aviation Solutions team today.

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Salary

• Private Medical Insurance

• Health and Wellbeing Cash Plan

• Fantastic Pension Scheme which operates as a 2:1 match up to 10%

• Life Assurance

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays plus ability to buy/sell 5 days per year

• Flexible Working

• Employee selectable top up benefits

•  And so much more! 

  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

  Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Collins Aerospace, in accordance with our 'Baseline Security' requirements, will request from candidates’ evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment and/or education history for up to three years, in relation to certain roles within the business. These relate to positions where access to export-controlled items, (e.g., technical data, hardware, software, and services subject to international trade control laws and regulations) and Collins IT Systems may apply. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. ​

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