Aerospace Project Manager

Company Description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

ALTEN is looking for a motivated and organised Project Manager to support the successful delivery of manufacturing, engineering, and operational improvement projects.

This is a varied role that combines project coordination, stakeholder management, process improvement, and operational support. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to help drive project activities, monitor progress, coordinate actions, and ensure the effective delivery of engineering and manufacturing initiatives.

• Location: Broughton 
• On Site: Fully onsite 
• Clearance: Clearable
• Experience Level: Junior - Mid 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of engineering and manufacturing projects.
• Organise meetings, document key outcomes, and track actions through to completion.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and key performance indicators.
• Coordinate activities related to manufacturing equipment, tooling, and operational processes.
• Support the introduction and implementation of new technologies, equipment, and process improvements.
• Assist with project reviews, risk management, and stakeholder communications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between engineering, operations, and programme teams.
• Provide day-to-day support to project managers and operational leads.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Experience in project coordination, PMO, engineering, manufacturing, operations, or a related environment.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of manufacturing, engineering, industrialisation, or operational environments.
• Experience supporting projects within aerospace, automotive, defence, rail, energy, or other technical industries.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and continuous improvement principles

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

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