Production Project Management Lead

Are you ready to launch your career and make an impact on real-world projects from day one?
At Leonardo, we’re looking for graduates who want to be part of something bigger—shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for professional development.
Our 12-month Graduate Programmes give you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects alongside subject matter experts.
On joining, you will receive a starting salary of £34,000 per annum, plus a £1,000 welcome bonus. You’ll also be eligible for a £1,000 exit bonus upon successful completion of the programme. In addition, you may be eligible for a Temporary Accommodation Allowance (TAA), subject to specific criteria.
We encourage you to spend at least three days each week on site to integrate with your team and maximise your learning experience.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Operations function at Leonardo Edinburgh for a Graduate Manufacturing Project Leader to join the team. In the role, you will assist with coordinating and managing the planning of all manufacturing activities and resources to deliver products to schedule, quality and cost.
The role on offer can cover various stages of the Product Lifecycle ranging from Development, New Product Introduction, Full Rate Series Production, all the way through to Product Support, including Spares and Repairs.
As a Graduate Manufacturing Project Leader you will
Manage and plan Manufacturing activities and resources required to successfully deliver and support product(s)
Manage the agreed Manufacturing budgets and risk provisions through all phases of the project
Achieve any deliveries to schedule, quality and cost
Lead the manufacturing input to bid activities for new business opportunities
Be involved in the manufacturing input to Life Cycle Management process
Assist with the Manufacturing Maturity Review process and management of subsequent actions
Implement and maintain optimised manufacturing and test principles
All of our roles require (a) a minimum of a 2 2 Bachelors/Integrated Master’s degree, or (b) a higher degree, such as a MSc or PhD.
For the Graduate Manufacturing Programme Manager role, the acceptable degrees are
Manufacturing
Aerospace Engineering
Stakeholder management including influencing and negotiation skills
Leadership and performance management including coaching and mentoring
Relevant company systems and process knowledge including SAP/MRP/MII/PDM/LCM would be advantageous
Understanding of company cost systems & performance measures
Project and risk management
Product / drawing set configuration and control
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques
Good all-round computer literacy, including all Microsoft Office applications
Security Clearance
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
Secure your future Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
Your wellbeing matters Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
Rewarding performance All employees are eligible for our bonus scheme.
Join in our success Our annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides you the opportunity to own shares in Leonardo.
Tailored perks Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people, communities and our customers. Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid