Project Manufacturing Manager

1 month ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time
Project Manufacturing Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manufacturing Manager to join our Advanced Manufacturing team at BAE Systems Australia.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for tracking and reporting status against the project's production schedule, cost, and quality requirements. You will drive the program through the manufacturing process, coordinating all work required for successful delivery to internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Be the owner and main point of contact in Advanced Manufacturing for escalation of threats for one of our key projects
  • Track and communicate project status against contracted delivery and cost performance
  • Look ahead for potential timing threats and, in conjunction with the manufacturing team, develop ways to avoid/minimize impact to delivery & other customer KPIs
  • Work closely with production manufacturing staff to ensure adequate resources (personnel & equipment) are available for the forecasted load
  • Collaborate with procurement and scheduling to ensure that purchased parts are available in a timely manner
  • Drive tracking and closure of open action items across engineering, procurement, staffing & resources
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement process

About You:

  • Prior project management/planning experience is desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize/escalate tasks is essential
  • Ability to develop suitable process documentation is desirable
  • Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain a Baseline clearance
  • Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
  • A background in cost reporting and Earned Value Management (EVM) would make you suitable for consideration at a senior level.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience.



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