Technical program manager Work, Jobs in Olney, Bkm (with Salaries)

Operations Programme Manager
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Ampthill
- £80,000 - £100,000 a year
- Full-time
- PMP
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
2d
PROGRAM MANAGER - AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE EMEA
HUBER+SUHNER —Bicester
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
Senior Technical Manager
Huel —Tring
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Negotiation
- Annual leave
- Work from home
Area Manager, Central Operations - 1 year Fixed Term Contract
Amazon UK Services Ltd. —Dunstable
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Engineering
- Flexible schedule
EMEA Systems Manager
Securitas Technology UK —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- System design
- Project management
- Leadership
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2d
Manager, Scenic & Props Design
RWS Global —Milton Keynes
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Back End Specialist Launch Team
Ball Corporation —Milton Keynes
- £502,500 - £723,600 a year
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- English
- Computer skills
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Risk & Opportunity Manager
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Ampthill
- £37,000 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
QA Shift Manager
Billington Foods —Wellingborough
- Up to £42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Presentation skills
- In-person
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Life insurance
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4d
Plant Manager- Luton
Eaton —Luton
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
Senior Manager, Quality Engineering
Collins Aerospace —Leighton Buzzard
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Senior Project Planner (80247)
Nexans —Milton Keynes
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Project management
8d
Contracts Manager & Estimator (Roofing & Maintenance)
Building Transformation —Bedford
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Maintenance
- Project management
- Driving
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Regional Sales Manager - APAC
SPX —Wappenham
- £102,000 - £200,000 a year
- Sales
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
Quick apply
5d
Commercial Officer
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Ampthill
- £37,000 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Production/Maintenance/Repair/Facilities Supervisor/Lead - Daventry, UK, Reliability, Maintenance and Engineering (RME)
Amazon UK Services Ltd. —Northampton
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- Leadership
- Flexible schedule
Front End Specialist Launch Team
Ball Corporation —Milton Keynes
- £62,300 - £89,690 a year
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- English
- Computer skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
Quick apply
Technical Coordinator
Huel —Tring
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- AI
- Annual leave
- Work from home
Process Technologist
Puratos —Fringford
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Regional Facilities Manager (Corporate Sites)
Bellrock Property and Facilities Management —Northampton
- Administrative experience
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
Quick apply
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Operations Programme Manager

Lockheed Martin Corporation -
Ampthill

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£80,000 - £100,000 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Employee discount
Enhanced maternity leave

Qualifications

Jira
Programme management
Operations management
PMP
Engineering
Supply chain
MRP
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Microsoft Project
Communication skills
PRINCE2 Certification

Full job description

Manufacturing

Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

The Operations Programme Manager is a key leadership role responsible for aligning Programme Management objectives with Manufacturing and Production Operations capability. Reporting to the Head of Operations, the role acts as the primary interface between programme teams and production, ensuring customer and business commitments are translated into effective operational plans.

The successful candidate will balance capacity, cost, quality, and schedule requirements to deliver programme milestones, drive operational performance, and support business growth within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Programme & Operations Integration

Act as the primary link between Programme Management and Production Operations.
Translate programme requirements, milestones, and delivery commitments into executable production plans.
Ensure manufacturing constraints, resource requirements, and operational risks are incorporated into programme planning.
Provide regular performance, risk, and recovery updates to programme stakeholders.
Manage stakeholder engagement and escalation processes between operational and programme teams.

Operations Delivery & Performance

Deliver manufacturing activities safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Ensure appropriate resourcing, capability, processes, and tools are in place to meet programme demands.
Monitor and improve operational performance through KPIs including On-Time Delivery (OTD), yield, capacity utilisation, and cost performance.
Manage manufacturing risks, resource conflicts, and production bottlenecks across multiple programmes.
Support business development activities through manufacturing plans, Basis of Estimates (BoEs), and capital investment planning.

Continuous Improvement

Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.
Develop and standardise operational processes and SOPs for new programme introductions.
Drive cross-functional collaboration between Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Programme teams.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Education & Experience

Degree qualified in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
Experience within manufacturing, production operations, programme management, or a similar operational leadership role.
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams within a matrix organisation.

Technical & Operational Competencies

Strong understanding of MPS, MRP, ERP systems, and capacity planning.
Commercial and financial awareness, including manufacturing budgets, COGS, and variance analysis.
Proficient in project and programme management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or equivalent.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate operational data into actionable insights.

Leadership & Behavioural Competencies

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to lead through influence and deliver results across organisational boundaries.
Ability to obtain and maintain UK Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance.

Desirable

Experience within Defence, Aerospace, or other highly regulated industries.
PMP, APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent project/programme management qualification.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience within high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.

Job Reference Number

19667BR

Salary Range

£80,000-£100,000

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

4xFlex

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

Private Medical Insurance
Competitive Pension
Dental
Critical Illness
Life Assurance
Travel Insurance
Employee discounts for top high street shops
Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
Reimbursement for a professional membership
Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

Job Expires

23/07/2027

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