Senior Business Operations, Programme Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Take charge of the execution of defence manufacturing and technology programmes in Europe, monitoring milestones, costs, schedules, risks, and delivery in accordance with contractual obligations.

• Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams in engineering, quality, commercial, and supply chain across US and European/UK operations.

• Supervise UK/European manufacturing partners and subcontractors to ensure compliance with AS9100, AQAP 2110, and contractual flow-down requirements.

• Create programme risk registers and implement mitigation strategies for supply chain bottlenecks, export licensing lead times, and technical delivery gaps.

• Oversee Salesforce as the system of record for EMEA leads, accounts, contacts, opportunities, and active programmes.

• Enhance operational visibility across business development, capture, proposals, and ongoing programme execution.

• Develop executive dashboards and reporting packages that reflect operational performance, milestones, project financial health, and revenue forecasts.

• Set up Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and establish weekly/monthly programme review operating rhythms.

• Collaborate with IT and legal teams regarding ITAR/EAR, AUKUS exemptions, GDPR, and local security mandates.

• Work with external legal counsel and risk teams on subcontractor agreements, indemnification, DEFCONs, and product liability insurance.

• Report to executive leadership and closely collaborate with the US parent company to facilitate European expansion.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of experience in business operations, programme management, or commercial operations within the aerospace, defence, or government contracting sectors.

• Proven track record in managing complex technical projects or manufacturing programmes successfully.

• Strong grasp of UK/European defence procurement processes, including NATO, national ministries of defense, and tier-1 primes.

• Familiarity with quality management systems such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.

• Practical experience with Salesforce or similar CRM/ERP systems.

• Understanding of ITAR/EAR, AUKUS, and GDPR regulations.

• Capability to obtain and maintain UK Security Check (SC) clearance or equivalent national security vetting.

• Outstanding stakeholder management abilities across distributed European teams and US executive leadership.

• PMP, PRINCE2, or APM certification is preferred.

• Experience in a fast-paced, scaling business or in establishing local operations for a US parent company is preferred.

• Direct experience with UK Ministry of Defence DEFCONs and DE&S quality frameworks is preferred.

• Fluency in an additional European language besides English is preferred.

• Experience in managing intricate, three-way, or international subcontracting arrangements is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.