Company overview
The Aerospace Technology Institute sits at the centre of UK aerospace research and technology. It is responsible for the UK’s Aerospace Technology Strategy and the promotion of transformative technology in air transport, representing a joint industry and Government commitment to R&D funding of over £5 billion to 2035. The ATI represents a single, coherent national aerospace technology development programme that aims to strengthen the links between industry and academia whilst maximising opportunities for UK industry to gain access to European R&T programmes. It is a truly game-changing initiative, whose objective is to secure economic growth for the UK’s aerospace sector, for a more sustainable future. Projects funded through the ATI programme secure jobs, maintain skills and deliver economic benefits across the UK.
The ATI establishes the pathway for technology progression for UK aerospace, which builds on the UK’s strengths and responds to the challenges faced by the UK civil aerospace sector. It also provides a roadmap of the innovation necessary to keep the UK competitive in the global aerospace market, whilst also complementing the broader strategy for the sector created by the Aerospace Growth Partnership (AGP).
The ATI works in partnership with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Innovate UK to offer funding streams designed to accelerate innovation in the UK to maintain global competitiveness.
A small and young company charged with a big responsibility, the ATI encourages free thinking and innovation. We need individuals with drive, passion, ability to adapt and work flexibly, and who share our ambitions for the sector and UK. Our team is collaborative, open, respectful, positive and supportive.
More information about the ATI is available on its website: www.ati.org.uk
Mission Statement
Transforming aerospace through technology and innovation.
Company Values
- We Collaborate for Success
- We provide Independent Leadership
- We are Forward Thinking
Diversity & Inclusion
We are experts in our field, trusted to be impartial in our activities, and present a fair and independent view. We are passionate about innovation and technology and understand the rewards of bringing together a diverse and forward-thinking team to explore, enhance and shape our aerospace agenda. We are committed to equality in everything we do. We are proud to lead by example, demonstrating independent leadership and collaborating for success in all aspects of our work.
The Opportunity
Position Title: Programme Delivery Manager
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Location: Hybrid, travel to ATI London office and UK stakeholders
Travel: 10-15%
Reporting to: Head of Programme Delivery
The Role
We have an exciting role within our Strategy and Delivery team, that provides a unique opportunity to delivery the ATI funding programme, shaping the future of the UK aerospace sector and a sustainable future for aviation. The candidate will have a privileged perspective across the entire industry and beyond, and it is an exceptional opportunity to develop professional networks.
The Programme Delivery Manager will be responsible for supporting the successful planning, coordination and delivery of ATI’s funding programmes, including the Strategic Programme, SME Programme, and Non-CO2 Programme. This role requires strong organisational, planning, analytical, and communication skills to ensure timely delivery and continual improvement of programme. As part of the Strategy & Delivery team you will work closely with our colleagues across the ATI, and our programme partners, Innovate UK and the Department for Department for Business and Trade (DBT) maintaining high standards of programme governance, performance and professionalism.
This role is best suited to an individual who thrives in a complex and fast-paced delivery environment. They will be comfortable managing a high volume of activity, coordinating across multiple stakeholders and workstreams, and maintaining oversight of competing priorities and deadlines. Strong organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to focus on the most critical outcomes while maintaining attention to detail are essential.
Please note that this is not an engineering programme management role and does not have any technical or engineering responsibilities.
The role will include the following responsibilities:
Programme Support and Delivery
- Milestone Management: Contribute to the planning, coordination, and delivery of key milestones for the ATI’s funding programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational timelines and strategic objectives.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across ATI to ensure cohesive delivery and governance of programme activities.
- Governance Support: Participate in and, where necessary, cover key programme governance meetings, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow-up on action items.
Funding Application Review and Strategic Assessment
- Conduct strategic assessments of funding applications, including draft and formal submissions, across all ATI programmes.
- Engage with external stakeholders to ensure proposals align with ATI’s strategic priorities and funding criteria.
Process Development and Implementation
- Process Innovation: Contribute to the design, management, and implementation of new processes across all programmes, driving continuous improvement and efficiency.
- Best Practices: Identify opportunities for enhancing programme delivery processes and ensure consistent application of best practices across the ATI’s funding mechanisms.
Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Relationship Building: Establish and manage effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives at Department for Business and Trade, Innovate UK and Regional Aerospace Alliances.
- Influence and Communication: Influence stakeholders through clear, strategic communication and represent ATI’s interests in programme-related discussions.
Continuous Improvement
- Process Analysis: Conduct thorough analyses of existing processes to identify areas for improvement, optimising programme efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implementation of Improvements: Coordinate the delivery of process improvements, ensuring these enhancements support ATI’s goals and provide measurable value to programme stakeholders.
Portfolio Management and Reporting
- Portfolio Analysis: Support portfolio management activities across all funding programmes, conducting analysis on areas of technology and preparing detailed reports.
- Data-Driven Insights: Leverage insights from portfolio data to inform programme strategy and decision-making, collaborating with the technology team for in-depth technological assessments.
Undertake any additional activities as directed by the line manager, contributing flexibly to ATI’s evolving programme delivery needs.
Over and above this, you will be expected to contribute to developing a high performing organisation. The ATI is a small, lean organisation. Staff are expected to support the continued development of the ATI by contributing to internal organisational, sustainability and cultural development projects. As such the ATI empowers individuals to see opportunities for change and deliver improvements outside the direct remit of their role.
The Candidate
We’re seeking a candidate who shares our core values and brings them to life in everything they do. The candidate will need to demonstrate a forward-thinking mindset and lead with accountability. They must believe in the power of collaboration for success by working effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
The successful candidate will be proactive, resilient and solutions-focused, taking ownership of delivery and maintaining momentum in a dynamic environment. They will be comfortable working with ambiguity, exercising sound judgement and adapting effectively as priorities, requirements and circumstances evolve. They will be a naturally inquisitive thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to assess complex information, identify risks and opportunities, and drive continuous improvement. Attention to detail is critical, alongside a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs and maintaining robust governance standards.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills are critical. The candidate will build trusted relationships across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism, credibility and transparency in all interactions.
The role requires a reliable and dependable individual who can effectively manage a high volume of activity while balancing competing priorities. They will be collaborative in their approach, committed to achieving shared objectives, and motivated by continuous learning and professional development.
Overall, the ideal candidate will combine strong delivery discipline, adaptability and accountability, enabling them to thrive in a demanding and rewarding programme delivery environment.
Professional
- Degree level qualification
- Project management qualification with proven experience in a programme/project delivery role
- Excellent planning, organisational and delivery across concurrent projects
- Excellent written and oral communication, and presentation skills
- Strong analytical skills and ability to work with data
- High level of competence in using techniques and tools, including Gantt charts, scheduling, dependencies mapping
- Prior experience in aerospace is not essential provided the candidate demonstrates translatable experience from an aligned sector
Personal
- A naturally structured and process driven approach
- Able to quickly understand new contexts and situations, ask relevant questions, engage on topics and challenge ideas constructively
- Able to effectively engage with senior stakeholders confidently and develop strong impactful networks
- Able to source and distil complex information and perform impactful analysis in a simple way
- Good self-awareness, demonstrating a high-level of professionalism and tact
- Self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity and works with energy
- Natural collaborator, with strong work ethic and team spirit
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
ATI Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working policy, with daily core hours
- Attractive pension scheme
- Bupa Private Medical Insurance
- EV Scheme
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Life Assurance
- Perkbox Reward & Recognition Scheme
- Professional development training
- Paid membership to one professional body per year
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas leave
- Additional one day of leave upon reaching 3,5, and 7 years of continuous service
- Birthday leave
- Workplace Nursery Scheme
- Family friendly leave policies
Assignment Process and Timeline
Covering letters should be no longer than two pages.
Short-listed applicants will go through a two-stage interview process with the ATI. Offers of employment are subject to the completion of satisfactory background verification checks.
This vacancy is open for applications until 2 August 2026.
Contact details
For more information on this assignment, please contact [email protected].
