Lead Engineering Project Manager

  • Full Time
  • Anywhere

Lead Engineering Project Manager – Product Support

Company: Dowty (A GE Aerospace Company)

Location: Gloucester, United Kingdom (Flexible Working Available)

Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

Join Dowty, a world leader in integrated propeller systems, as a Lead Engineering Project Manager. This role is pivotal in supporting our extensive global fleet, ranging from military transport aircraft to marine hovercraft. You will be the technical heartbeat of your assigned platform, bridging the gap between ongoing operations, production, and long-term customer-driven improvements.

The Role

You will lead the technical strategy for specific projects, acting as a dedicated customer advocate within the business. Your focus will span the entire product lifecycle—from initial bids to in-service support—ensuring safety, reliability, and cost-efficiency.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Customer & Safety Advocacy: Lead safety investigations and manage urgent customer requests, including concessions and AOG (Aircraft on Ground) support.

  • Technical Leadership: Manage test programs to validate design changes and ensure continued airworthiness.

  • Project Governance: Utilize established project management tools to define scope, manage schedules, and mitigate risks within financial and contractual constraints.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and mentor integrated product teams across engineering, manufacturing, and sourcing.

  • Strategic Input: Contribute to budget forecasting, resource planning, and the development of Statements of Work (SOW) for external support.

Requirements

  • Experience: Proven background with complex aerospace products and safety-critical systems.

  • Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of airworthiness requirements.

  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects using standard PM toolsets.

  • Communication: Exceptional influencing skills and the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering/technical field or equivalent industry experience.

  • Travel: Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Total Reward & Benefits

Through GE Aerospace’s FlexChoice program, you can tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle. Standard offerings include:

  • Non-contributory Pension & Life Assurance.

  • Private Medical Cover and Group Income Protection.

  • 26 days of holiday (with options to buy or sell).

  • Support for a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements.

Important Information

  • Security: Successful candidates must obtain and maintain BPSS clearance.

  • Right to Work: Applications requiring UK sponsorship are welcome, though preference may be given to candidates with existing right-to-work status in line with UK immigration rules.

  • SUMMARY
    • Company Name – GE Aerospace
      Company website –GE Aerospace
      Company Location – Gloucester, United Kingdom 

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