Programme Manager

Job Description
Your Impact
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Programme Manager to join our Advanced Targeting Sector, at Leonardo Edinburgh.

The Programme Manager will lead one of four Integrated Project Teams (IPT) in the Sector, responsible for delivering our world leading capabilities to a global Customer base.

You will hold a wide range of responsibilities covering strategy setting, financial review, delivery performance, Customer engagement and people management.

The current and future business plan covers contracts and campaigns across the globe and therefore the Programme Manager is expected to be an excellent communicator with all levels of seniority and a variety of nationalities and cultures. Travel in this role should be anticipated.

• Set and deliver the strategy for the IPT, supporting the overall Sector strategy
• Responsibility to deliver both the yearly IPT financial commitments within the Sector , as well as support delivery of the 5 year Business Plan.
• Engage with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure products are developed and qualified in alignment with both Customer requirements and internal product road maps
• Engage with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure products are designed and manufactured effectively and in line with our contractual commitments, whilst generating a healthy financial return for the Sector.
• Customer Management, maintaining excellent satisfaction, through effective engagement and prioritisation of often conflicting requirements.
• Chair IPT project performance reviews and present the outputs to the Sector and Line of Business.
• Management and development of the IPT project managers.

What You'll Bring
Degree or equivalent

• APM PMQ qualified or equivalent is highly desirable
• Excellent understanding of financial controls and Project Financial management
• An understanding of business operations from strategy to financial delivery
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplined teams (including but not limited to Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Commercial, Planning and Sales)
• A true people leader, focusing on building a high performing team
• Project Management, including the ability to manage a portfolio of projects through effective direction setting, resource management, schedule risk analysis and earned value analysis
• Strong relationship management skills for both internal and external stakeholders
• Make it safe – An advocate for psychological safety, making those around them comfortable to participate and contribute to their highest value
• Selfless – promotes the sharing of knowledge, rather than ownership of it.
• Curious – Someone who has and promotes a growth mindset to challenge the norm and always find the most effective way to execute.
• Impactful – A strong bias to action.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. 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.

Time to Recharge Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.

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 at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.

Never Stop Learning Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.

Refer a friend Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.

Tailored Perks Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.

Flexible working Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo 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 and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location
GB - Edinburgh

Contract Type
Permanent

Hybrid Working
Hybrid