Technical Project Manager - Aerospace at Alten

Luton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical project management, Engineering work packages, QCD targets, Risk management, Stakeholder management, MS Project, Primavera, Integrated Project Team, Aerospace, Defence, Project delivery, Continuous improvement, Engineering development lifecycles, Matrix organisations, Planning

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

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 As a Technical Project Manager, you will join our team to support our activities within the Aerospace sector. You will play a key role in delivering engineering programmes across a dynamic project portfolio, supporting both new product development and legacy programme activities. Operating within an integrated project environment, you will take ownership of defined work packages, ensuring delivery against quality, cost, and schedule objectives. Location: Luton On Site: 3 days a week Clearance: Clearable Experience Level: Eligibility for UK Security Clearance Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of Engineering Work Packages, ensuring delivery to Quality, Cost, and Schedule (QCD) targets Support delivery across a portfolio of programmes, including development, in-service, and close-out activities Coordinate day-to-day activities within the Integrated Project Team (IPT) Manage project risks, issues, and actions, ensuring timely resolution Track and report progress using project management tools and dashboards Collaborate closely with engineering, supply chain, and programme teams Support continuous improvement initiatives within the project delivery function Qualifications Required Skills: Strong experience in technical project management within engineering environments Proven ability to manage work packages or sub-projects Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams Strong understanding of project delivery principles (QCD, risk management, planning) Ability to manage stakeholders and coordinate across functions Experience using project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Primavera, or similar) Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience. Experience in aerospace, defence, or other complex engineering sectors Demonstrated experience in project delivery or programme support roles Desirable Skills: Experience working within matrix organisations or portfolio-based delivery environments Familiarity with engineering development lifecycles Exposure to continuous improvement or PMO environments Understanding of regulated or safety-critical industries 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. Contract Type: Permanent Region: London

Responsibilities

The Technical Project Manager will oversee engineering work packages, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and schedule objectives. They will also coordinate activities within the Integrated Project Team and manage project risks and progress reporting.