Defence Project Management Jobs
Explore secure careers and vacancies in the field of Project Management across the UK and European defence sectors. Find roles requiring varying levels of national security vetting.
HVAC Test Project Manager
FeaturedLead the delivery of critical HVAC engineering systems as a Test Project Manager on the Hinkley Point C nuclear infrastructure project. This role involves managing project activities, risks, and stakeholders in a highly regulated environment.
Product Change Manager
FeaturedGeneral Dynamics is seeking an experienced Product Change Manager to establish and oversee change management systems, ensuring rigorous governance and successful implementation of product changes for defence customers.
Principal BIM Manager
Join Babcock as a Principal BIM Manager in Rosyth, leading digital information for UK Royal Navy infrastructure and driving innovation in BIM and information management.
Senior Commercial Manager
Lead strategic commercial operations for Babcock's Land Sector, influencing major defence opportunities and shaping high-value commercial agreements. This role offers a chance to impact national security and future innovation while advancing your career in a leading defence organisation.
ERP Roadmap PMO Support
Join a dynamic ERP Program PMO department as a Project Manager, where you will analyze schedules, manage risks, and collaborate internationally to ensure exciting project execution.
Project Manager Eurofighter Simulation (d/w/m)
Airbus Defence and Space seeks a Project Manager for Eurofighter Simulation in Manching. This role involves leading projects in terms of cost, time, and quality, with opportunities for flexible working arrangements.
Project Management Placement (12.5 months)
Airbus is seeking motivated undergraduates to join their Programme Management office in Broughton, supporting Value Stream Management teams during an exciting ramp-up phase. This internship offers hands-on experience in best practice project management methodologies and tools.
Junior Project Controller
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as a Junior Project Controller, supporting Project Managers and Cost Account Managers in delivering cutting-edge avionic mission computing systems. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build a career in project controls and management.
Operational Analysis - Graduate Programme 2027
Join MBDA's Graduate Operational Analysis Programme to apply scientific problem-solving methods and tools to support critical decision-making in the defence sector. This 2-year programme offers hands-on experience in a dynamic team environment.
Senior Risk Specialist
Shape the future of critical national infrastructure as a Senior Risk Specialist in Glasgow, leading risk and opportunity management for projects of national importance.
Assistant Project Manager
Join Babcock as an Assistant Project Manager Production in Bristol, supporting the delivery of critical defence projects and contributing to national security. This role offers a path for career growth in a high-performance engineering environment.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Pathway Route to Aero Programme)
Join Boeing Defence UK's 18-month Aircraft Maintenance Technician Pathway to develop into a professional aircraft maintainer, working on Apache helicopters. This program is ideal for technicians with non-aero engineering experience seeking a career in military aviation.
Business Development Manager
Drive growth within the UK's nuclear industry as a Business Development Manager, securing strategic opportunities and strengthening market position. This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working and is based in key UK locations.
Security Manager
Lead security excellence in a critical defence program as a Security Manager in Rosyth. This high-profile role ensures physical security, information protection, and compliance with government standards, directly supporting national security.
Business Improvement Manager
Join Babcock as a Business Improvement Manager in Plymouth, leading a team to drive continuous improvement and business transformation. This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working and the chance to influence major strategic initiatives.
Project Manager
Join Babcock as a Project Manager in Plymouth, leading critical work packages within a major nuclear infrastructure programme. This role offers the chance to manage projects from planning to delivery, ensuring safety and efficiency within a complex and rewarding environment.
Senior Business Improvement Specialist
Join Babcock as a Business Improvement Specialist in Plymouth to drive significant transformation within the defence and engineering sectors, contributing to national security and operational efficiency.
Berthing Services Project Engineer
Join Babcock as a Berthing Services Project Engineer in Plymouth, playing a vital role in supporting national defence capabilities through efficient vessel movements and marine services. This permanent, full-time role offers a chance to develop expertise in a unique and rewarding environment.
Training and Competency Manager
Shape the future skills of a growing engineering workforce as a Training and Competency Manager at Babcock's Walsall site. Lead a new function to develop workforce capability and design a long-term competency and qualifications strategy.
Modification Embodiment Period (MEP) Project Manager
Lead the planning and delivery of ship modification, upgrade, and repair activities for international maritime programmes. This role involves coordinating stakeholders, managing projects end-to-end, and providing on-site leadership in deployed environments.
Service Delivery Manager
BAE Systems is seeking a Service Delivery Manager in Alton to oversee managed service contracts, ensuring client SLAs are met within budget and quality standards. This role acts as the primary client contact for service delivery.
Manufacturing Project Manager
A Project Manager is sought to lead complex manufacturing projects within a dynamic, forward-thinking team. This role offers significant opportunities for personal development and international collaboration.
Procurement - Graduate Programme 2027
Embark on MBDA's 2-year Graduate Procurement Programme, building vital partnerships with over 3,000 suppliers to shape world-leading defence capabilities and ensure seamless supply chains for innovation and security.
Service Lifecycle Management (SLM) SME
Join MBDA as a key SLM Tool Expert, bridging Customer Service Support and technical development to manage critical in-service configuration and maintenance information. Drive platform evolution and ensure user empowerment in a dynamic, hybrid working environment.
Assistant Project Manager Construction
Join Babcock as an Assistant Project Manager Construction in Rosyth, Fife, playing a crucial role in delivering infrastructure projects that support national security. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Summer Intern Project Management
Join BAE Systems as a Summer Intern Digital Intelligence Project Manager in London, gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle and contributing to cutting-edge defence and security solutions.
Planning Engineer
Join Babcock as a Planning Engineer in Plymouth, contributing to critical submarine maintenance programmes for the Royal Navy. This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working and the chance to develop your engineering and project controls expertise.
Security Guard
Join Babcock International as a Security Guard in Plymouth, Devon, playing a vital role in maintaining site security and access control in a mission-critical environment.
SAP Security Architect and Team Lead
Lead SAP security strategy and a specialist team to protect critical defence, aerospace, and engineering programmes. This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working and significant career impact.
Senior SAP Developer
Join Babcock as a Senior SAP Developer and play a vital role in our digital transformation, delivering innovative SAP solutions that support critical defence, aerospace, and engineering operations. This permanent, full-time role offers flexible UK locations and hybrid working.
Integration Project Manager
BAE Systems is seeking an Integration Project Manager to lead critical IT-enabled transformation programmes, managing stakeholders and ensuring the timely delivery of complex technology changes.
Bid Finance Manager
Lead bid finance and cost modelling to develop profitable, competitive bids in a complex business environment.
Vertical Lift Senior Integration & Future Programmes Manager
Lead key proposals, growth, and governance for Chinook and Apache programmes as the Vertical Lift Senior Integration & Future Programmes Manager at Boeing Defence UK. Drive programme performance, manage a team of project managers and PMOs, and ensure functional excellence.
Quality Director
Lead quality excellence and drive continuous improvement as a Quality Director for the prestigious Hinkley Point C nuclear project. This high-profile role involves strategic leadership within a complex multi-partner alliance.
Survival Equipment Supervisor
Lead a specialist team in maintaining critical survival and aircrew equipment, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational readiness for aviation operations.
Head of Risk
Lead risk and opportunity management for complex programmes at Babcock's Devonport Royal Dockyard. Influence major projects, enhance performance, and contribute to national security.
Engineering Manager
Lead the engineering strategy for the UK's next-generation submarine fleet as an Engineering Manager in Barrow-In-Furness. Influence design, build, and supportability, acting as Babcock's senior engineering representative.
Finance Manager
Lead and manage the management accounting team at Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land Ltd (RBSL), acting as a strategic link between finance, operations, and supply chain to ensure robust financial controls and support senior leadership decision-making.
Management Accountant
RBSL is seeking a Management Accountant in Telford to provide critical financial analysis, ensure robust controls, and manage complex defence contract compliance, supporting senior leadership decision-making.
Graduate Project Manager
Embark on a dynamic career in project management with Northrop Grumman UK's two-year Graduate Programme, contributing to technology programmes of national significance. Develop essential skills, gain hands-on experience, and build a foundation for a lasting career in defence and technology.
Industrial Placement - Project Manager
Gain practical project management experience on nationally significant technology programmes as an Industrial Placement Project Manager. This 12-month programme offers hands-on involvement in complex defence and technology projects, supporting delivery and shaping future solutions.
Bid Manager
Experienced Bid Manager needed to lead the development of competitive sales bids for defence electronics systems. This role involves coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful end-to-end bid processes in a regulated environment.
Systems Engineering Graduate Programme
Join Babcock's Systems Engineering Graduate Programme to shape critical UK engineering projects, from submarines to nuclear power plants, and develop essential skills for a successful engineering career.
Supply Chain Project Manager (Customer Support Specialist)
Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is seeking a Supply Chain Project Manager to manage projects within the UK Rotorcraft Chinook Programme, focusing on MRO requirements and new business initiatives. This role involves managing tasks from proposal to delivery, ensuring cost efficiency and on-time completion through strong stakeholder collaboration.
Finance - Undergraduate Programme 2027
Embark on a 1-year Finance undergraduate programme starting September 2027 at MBDA, offering hands-on experience in financial processes, controls, and innovation within a dynamic team.
Project Management, Control & Agile – Graduate Programme 2027
Embark on a 2-year graduate programme in Project Management, Project Control, or Agile roles, delivering critical defence projects on time and within budget. Gain invaluable experience across the full project lifecycle.
RF Seekers - Undergraduate Programme 2027
Embark on an exciting undergraduate programme focused on RF Seekers, the critical 'eyes' of missile systems. This 1-year placement offers hands-on experience with advanced technology and real-world projects.
Project Management & Control – Undergraduate Placement 2027
Embark on a year-long Project Management, Controls & Agile (PMCA) Undergraduate Programme, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic defence environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects and potentially secure a graduate position.
Project Management, Control & Agile – Summer placement 2027
Embark on a 10-week summer placement in Project Management, Control & Agile, where you'll apply academic knowledge to real-world defence projects, with the potential for a graduate role.
Radioactive Waste Management Graduate Programme
Embark on a two-year graduate programme in Radioactive Waste Management, contributing to the safe and sustainable handling of nuclear materials across diverse projects. Develop your expertise through structured training, mentorship, and varied placements within the Defence and Civil Nuclear sectors.
Data Analytics Graduate Programme
Join our two-year Data Analytics Graduate Programme and transform raw data into actionable insights that support critical national infrastructure. Develop your skills in data lifecycle management, visualisation, and advanced analytics with structured support and a clear career pathway.
Business and Project Operations Undergraduate Summer Internship
Embark on a 10-12 week summer internship in Business and Project Operations, supporting critical defence capabilities and gaining invaluable experience in planning, management, and delivery of major naval programmes.
Senior Bid Manager
Lead complex, high-value bids and drive strategic business growth as a Senior Bid Manager. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop winning proposals and maintain strong governance.
Senior Project Controller
Seeking a Senior Project Controller to implement and manage robust Project Controls for bids and projects, providing critical support for Project Leadership decision-making. This role is ideal for experienced professionals skilled in advanced Project Control techniques and stakeholder management.
Civil and Structural Engineering Graduate Programme - Devonport Facilities
Join our Civil and Structural Engineering Graduate Programme at Devonport Facilities and play a vital role in maintaining critical infrastructure. This two-year rotational programme offers hands-on experience, professional development, and a clear career path towards Chartered Engineer status.
Information Technology Graduate Programme
Launch your IT career with our two-year Information Technology Graduate Programme, gaining practical experience across diverse IT disciplines and shaping our digital future. Successful completion leads to consideration for a permanent role within our IT function.
Project Management Graduate Programme
Embark on a dynamic two-year Project Management Graduate Programme at Babcock, gaining diverse experience across multiple UK locations and sectors to build a successful career in defence.
Human Resources Graduate Programme
Embark on a two-year Human Factors Graduate Programme, where you will contribute to critical nuclear sector projects, ensuring equipment, environments, and procedures are designed with people in mind.
Project Controls Graduate Programme
Embark on a two-year Project Controls Graduate Programme, gaining hands-on experience in planning, cost management, and risk assessment to keep critical defence programmes on track. Develop essential skills through structured training, mentorship, and diverse placements, with opportunities for a permanent role upon successful completion.
Business Operations Management Graduate Programme
Launch your career in business operations with this comprehensive two-year graduate programme, gaining diverse experience across strategic initiatives, project management, finance, and more.
Project Controls Graduate Programme
Embark on a two-year Project Controls Graduate Programme designed to develop your skills in managing critical defence projects, ensuring they stay on track, within budget, and meet objectives. Gain comprehensive experience across planning, cost management, risk, and reporting.
Engineering Undergraduate Placement Year
Embark on an Engineering Undergraduate Placement Year at Devonport Royal Dockyard, gaining hands-on experience with advanced naval technology and contributing to vital defence projects.
Engineering Management Placement
Gain invaluable engineering management experience supporting critical defence and public safety projects during a 12-month undergraduate placement. Develop essential skills for a future career in engineering leadership within a supportive environment.
Engineering Undergraduate Summer Internship
Embark on a summer internship with Babcock, gaining hands-on experience with advanced engineering and technology across various technical, project management, or production teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a leading defence company, develop your skills, and potentially secure a place on their graduate programme.
Business Operations Management Graduate Programme
Embark on a two-year Business Operations Management Graduate Programme designed to equip you with diverse skills across strategic initiatives, project management, finance, and more, paving the way for a successful career in a dynamic defence organisation.
Science and Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Placement Year
Undertake a year-long undergraduate placement in Science and Analytical Chemistry, working in UKAS-accredited labs at Devonport Royal Dockyard. Gain hands-on experience in critical areas ensuring the safe operation of Royal Navy vessels.
Supportability Engineering Graduate Programme
Join our two-year Supportability Engineering Graduate Programme to gain hands-on experience in ensuring the safety and reliability of critical defence assets across their entire lifecycle.
Engineering Undergraduate Summer Internship
Embark on a summer internship at Devonport Royal Dockyard, gaining hands-on experience with advanced naval technology and contributing to real engineering projects. This is a unique opportunity to develop skills, build connections, and potentially secure a place on a graduate programme.
Business Operations Management Graduate Programme
Embark on a two-year Business Operations Management Graduate Programme to gain diverse experience in strategic initiatives, project management, finance, and more. Develop essential skills and build a strong foundation for a successful career in a secure environment.
Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme
Launch your scientific career with a Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme, making a direct impact on national safety within the Royal Navy's Devonport Royal Dockyard. Gain hands-on experience in diverse laboratories and contribute to critical operations over a two-year structured programme.
Senior Project Controls Analyst
General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Project Controls Analyst to support Project Managers in ensuring project scope, schedule, and budget adherence. This role involves monitoring, reporting, and flagging concerns with proposed solutions.
Controlling Service Deputy & Safety Manager
Are you a seasoned leader with a passion for defence training? Join OMNIA Training as a Controlling Service Deputy & Safety Manager, where you'll ensure the safe and effective delivery of the Army Collective Training Service and contribute to transforming the British Army's training capabilities.
Assistant Project Accountant
Join our team in Belfast as an Assistant Project Accountant, playing a crucial role in the financial management of vital contracts and products. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant to contribute to project forecasting and financial data analysis.
Program Management Intern- 12 Month Placement
Join Boeing Global Services as a junior Programme Manager in the UK, supporting the post-delivery modification of aircraft. This role offers a great opportunity to develop your skills in a world-class organization managing complex aerospace projects.
Project Management Intern- Summer 2027
Join Boeing's Aerospace Innovation Centre as a Project Management Intern for a 3-month program, supporting a cutting-edge Aerospace Engineering Research and Technology Development Programme.
Supply Chain Management Intern (Fixed Wing) - 12 Month Placement
Join Boeing Defence UK as a Supply Chain Intern in Bristol, gaining hands-on experience across a dynamic end-to-end supply chain function. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring professionals to contribute to critical UK defence contracts.
Supply Chain Management Intern (Vertical Lift) - 12 Month Placement
Join Boeing Defence UK as a Supply Chain Intern in Gosport, supporting critical defence contracts and gaining valuable experience in demand management, supplier relations, and process improvement.
Senior Project Controller
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as a Senior Project Controller to support project managers in ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence. This role involves integrating cost, risk, and schedule data to inform performance and reporting.
Technical Sales Manager
Seeking a Technical Sales Manager to drive international sales of Tactical Communication and Information Systems (TacCIS). This role requires a blend of technical expertise and sales acumen to connect with clients, understand their needs, and close high-value deals.
Programme / Senior Programme Managers (Multiple Roles)
General Dynamics Mission Systems seeks a Programme or Senior Programme Manager to lead high-technology avionic or naval projects, managing all project phases from bid to support while ensuring customer satisfaction and financial targets are met.
Project Controller
General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a Project Controller to manage project scope, schedule, finance, and risk. This role offers a hybrid working environment and a competitive salary with attractive benefits.
Assistant Project Accountant - Avionics
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as a Project Accountant in St Leonards-on-Sea, providing crucial financial support to a leading avionics and communication systems business unit. This role offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development.
Configuration Manager
Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd. is seeking a Configuration Manager in Bristol to maintain configuration management processes and ensure system integrity throughout project lifecycles. This permanent, full-time role involves managing configuration items, documentation, and change control.
GFA Manager
Rheinmetall Electronics UK is seeking a GFA Manager to oversee the end-to-end management of Government Furnished Equipment and company assets for the OMNIA Training programme, ensuring compliance with MOD standards and effective asset governance.
SAP Project Manager (Procurement)
Lead the transformation of procurement solutions across MBDA's SAP landscape, from ECC6 to S/4HANA, acting as a key Digital Solutions partner to the business.
ILS Manager
Lead the development and delivery of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for complex weapon systems for export customers, ensuring effective through-life support.
Commercial Manager
Lead the commercial lifecycle of domestic contracts, from bidding and negotiation to execution and closure, while safeguarding business interests and managing risks.
Integrated Logistics Support Manager
Lead Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for advanced Missile Systems, ensuring effective through-life support from design to in-service phases. This role is crucial for shaping support solutions for domestic and export customers.
Project Controllers
Join a growing Project Control function as an enthusiastic Project Planner or Controller. Develop your career in a collaborative environment with opportunities for skill growth across various experience levels.
Senior Operations Manager
Lead world-class warship delivery as a Senior Operations Manager in Rosyth, Fife. Drive strategic leadership and operational oversight for major defence programmes, ensuring safe and efficient outfitting activities.
Weapons Engineer
Leverage your Weapons Engineering expertise to shape the future of defence training. Join Babcock as an instructor at HMNB Clyde and pass on your valuable knowledge to the next generation of Royal Navy engineers.
Production Supervisor
Lead and develop a production team at Babcock's Rosyth site, ensuring critical work packages are delivered safely and on schedule. Translate business priorities into operational plans for effective resource deployment.
Document Controller
Join Cavendish Nuclear as a Document Controller on a major defence programme, playing a vital role in managing project documentation across key UK locations with hybrid working arrangements.
Logistics Support Operator
Join Babcock as a Logistics Support Operator in Minley, Hampshire, playing a crucial role in supporting military training by ensuring essential equipment and resources are available. This hands-on position offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a tangible difference.
Technical Sales Manager
Are you a driven Technical Sales Manager with a passion for marine engineering? Join Babcock at LGE Rosyth to drive commercial strategy, build client relationships, and deliver world-leading solutions in defence and aerospace.
Pipefitter Supervisor
Join Cavendish Nuclear as a Pipefitter Supervisor at the Hinkley Point C project, contributing to the UK's first 3rd generation nuclear power plant with competitive ECSA pay rates and excellent benefits.
Contract Manager
Join Cavendish Nuclear as a Contract Manager in Bristol, playing a vital role in a major clean energy project by providing expert commercial and governance support for NEC contracts.
Assistant Project Manager
Join BAE Systems as an Assistant Project Manager in Portsmouth, supporting complex defence projects and leading small teams to deliver critical capabilities within the Ship Repair team.
Supply Chain Management Analyst
Join Boeing Sheffield as a Supply Chain Manager, driving excellence in material requirements, order release, inventory optimization, and stakeholder coordination for flight-critical hardware.
Supply Chain Specialist (Supply Chain Management)
Boeing is seeking a Supply Chain professional to provide tactical support for UK Fixed Wing activities, managing assigned parts and processing requisitions to ensure efficient operations.
Project Manager
Lead the delivery and performance management of a major subcontractor on a high-profile Royal Navy programme as a Project Manager at Babcock. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex defence technology projects and develop your expertise.
Facilities Management Technician
Join Babcock as a Facilities Management Technician in Ashchurch, Tewkesbury, to play a vital role in maintaining critical infrastructure for defence and security programmes. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, contributing to a safe and secure world.
Bid Procurement Manager
Join Northrop Grumman UK as a Bid Procurement Manager, playing a critical role in securing the future of Defence and C&I programmes by shaping competitive supply chain strategies and fostering strong supplier relationships.
Communications Manager
Lead the strategic communications for Northrop Grumman UK, shaping the organisation's external reputation and internal culture to support significant business growth. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract role based in London.
Senior Bid Manager
Lead the growth of UK and international business opportunities within the ISR team as a Senior Bid Manager. Take ownership of the entire bid lifecycle, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery of winning proposals.
Senior Project Manager
Lead the delivery of a high-profile submarine hardware programme as a Senior Project Manager, shaping the future of UK defence and national security.
Supply Chain Manager
Join Northrop Grumman UK as a Supply Chain Lead, a mission-driven role where you'll ensure customer needs are met while safeguarding business interests and supporting critical Defence programmes.
Senior Project Manager
Lead the delivery of complex, large-scale engineered projects as a Senior Project Manager at Thales. Drive cross-functional teams and ensure high-quality, on-time project completion.
Enterprise Applications Manager
Lead a new Business Systems team as an Enterprise Applications Manager (EMEA) at Northrop Grumman UK, shaping the future of enterprise applications and driving innovation across a diverse region. This mission-driven role offers significant influence and scope.
Senior Bid Manager
Lead high-impact bids for a global technology leader as a Senior Bid Manager in Glasgow. Drive winning strategies and deliver compelling proposals to secure new business.
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