Senior Project Manager
Martin-Baker
Denham, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Advertised Salary: Competitive salary
Ref#: 147152
Location: Lower Road, Higher Denham, Near Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB9 5AJ
Working hours: 35 hours a week (Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 8:15am - 12:15pm)
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Drive innovation in aerospace: take ownership of high-value projects, lead from concept to delivery, engage customers, and mentor future talent while managing multiple programmes to achieve mission-critical goals
What You’ll Do:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex, high-value projects within the aerospace sector. This role offers significant accountability and involvement across the entire project lifecycle—from conception through to delivery and support.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Delivering large-scale projects with accountability for outcomes.
- Working with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinating meetings and reviews at on-site and off-site locations.
- Maintaining strong customer interface throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participating in contract negotiations and proposal development.
- Developing project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
- Liaising with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
- Identifying risks, delays, and cost overruns; implement mitigation strategies.
- Supporting engineering planning based on client requirements and resource availability.
- Overseeing design, testing, and support activities.
- Guiding and supporting junior team members.
- Traveling within the UK and internationally as required (on an ad hoc basis).
What’s In It For You?
A career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you’re providing pilots with their last form of defence.
We offer a comprehensive package to support the wellbeing of our people which includes:
- 9% non-contributory pension (18+)
- Midday finish Friday
- 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
- Personalised training & development plan
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Option to purchase extra annual leave
- Cycle to work & nursery benefits
- Discounts via Martin-Baker+ platform
What We’re Looking For
You will have the ability to negotiate and influence effectively, with strong organisational and communication skills, along with:
- A Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Chemical).
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant industry (Aerospace, Automotive, Engineering or Manufacturing)
- A proven track record in project management
- Experience mentoring and supporting junior team members.
About Us:
Martin-Baker is the world’s leading ejection seat manufacturer. Our mission is simple to save aircrew lives.
We are committed to inclusion, equal opportunity, and supporting the Armed Forces through the Armed Forces Covenant.
This role is subject to UK Government BPSS security clearance. Learn more: martin-baker.com/security-vetting. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK and be currently residing in the UK
Your next career move starts here! Hit Apply Now, send your CV to jobs@martin-baker.co.uk, or give us a call on 01952 281908 – we’re ready to talk.