Project Control Manager

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RAF Shawbury, Shropshire (with travel to RAF Valley & Oxford)

My client, a principal organisation in the defence sector is seeking a forward‑thinking problem solver who thrives in high‑tempo operational environments. You will combine precision with adaptability and deliver results with integrity and professionalism. The role will require passing UK security clearance. Experience in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

Are you an experienced Project Controller or Risk Manager looking to take on a high‑impact role within a major defence aviation training programme? This is an exciting opportunity to support the rotary wing element of the UK Military Flying Training System (MFTS), helping ensure the next generation of military aircrew are trained safely, effectively, and on time.

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and highly skilled MFTS Project & Enterprise Risk Manager to oversee project performance, risk governance, and delivery assurance across a multi‑site, high‑tempo helicopter service contract delivered on behalf of Ascent Flight Training. In this pivotal role, you will drive On‑time, On‑cost, On‑quality delivery of complex modification and upgrade projects across the MFTS fleet, supporting up to 28,000 flying hours annually.

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will ensure critical aircraft availability, contractual performance, and operational continuity across several UK sites.

• Lead planning baselines and delivery frameworks for multiple concurrent modification and upgrade projects.
• Ensure robust monitoring, control, and stakeholder alignment across all project phases.
• Identify, analyse, and manage project and organisational risks.
• Develop mitigation and contingency strategies to maintain operational and financial resilience.

• Apply expert Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA).
• Use tools such as Oracle Primavera Risk Analysis to assess time contingencies and identify at‑risk activities.

• Produce clear, data‑driven project performance reports.
• Highlight trends, risks, recovery actions, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Implement structured visual dashboards and governance mechanisms.
• Provide transparent visibility of performance metrics across the program.

• Extensive experience in technical and/or commercial project management, ideally within aerospace, MRO, or complex support contracts.
• Strong background in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and risk appetite frameworks.

• SAP
• Sword Active Risk
• Recognised Project Management accreditation (or equivalent significant experience)
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across all levels
• Understanding of military or defence environments (either served or civilian)

Knowledge of aviation regulations such as Part 145
, Part CAMO
, CAA/MAA frameworks, and the Leaflet B40 structure.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Based primarily at RAF Shawbury, with routine travel to RAF Valley and Oxford.
• Requires a DBS check and eligibility for SC Security Clearance.
• Must meet Export Compliance Regulations.
• Candidates must have the current right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

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Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Project Management and Quality Assurance

Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing