Project Manager, Systems Engineer, Data Science Manager

Overview

Project description

For an upcoming program at JLR, which requires end‑to‑end project delivery for OTA‑enabled onboard systems across different vehicle platforms — like JEA (Jaguar Electric Architecture), we'8re looking for a Project Manager with experience in automotive, aerospace/MoD, or similar complex manufacturing environments to be based in Gaydon, UK. This platform is dedicated exclusively for future, all-electric Jaguar models, MLA (Modular Longitudinal Architecture):
For larger cars, RR, RRS (ICE and electric powertrains) and EMA (Electric Modular Architecture):
Pure electric platform, capable to support PHEV/MHEV and also support L2+.

• The Project Manager ensures scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets are met while enabling software-defined vehicle features to be delivered, updated, and validated via secure OTA mechanisms throughout the product lifecycle.
• Work within structured programme environments (EMEA/JEA/MLA/SOTA) and demonstrate awareness of milestone gateways.
• Understand software release processes (and ideally some hardware exposure).
• Display strong stakeholder management skills.
• Maintain a high standard of reporting, escalation, and intervention where needed.
• AGILE experience is a benefit, but awareness is sufficient.

Must have

• 5+ years' automotive experience in leading 20+ employee project teams
• You lead by example, are proactive with a hands-on mentality where your actions are needed
• Well organized and able to delegate efficiently
• You own the things that are within your responsibility
• Strong communicator in English and able to convey results to your team and to customers
• Passionate about agile working methodologies and open to new technologies

• Hardware experience