Programme Director NPI

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace is a global engineering business. Every time you travel by air almost anywhere in the world it is likely that GKN is helping you on your way. We design manufacture and service systems and components for original equipment manufacturers around the world. We are continuously evolving pioneering new technologies and reinventing existing ones stretching ourselves to be better in everything we do.

The Programme Director NPI plays a critical leadership role in the successful delivery of NPI programmes within the Defence Business role is responsible for the leadership and oversight of Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) delivering NPI programmes that require significant development activity spanning concept to completion of prototype / product development qualification and certification acting within a PMO framework.

The role requires:
Leadership and oversight of NPI programme execution where you will be accountable for the successful execution of prototype and product development programmes (LG3-LG7) in line with the business case and contractual requirements;
Ensuring NPI programme adherence to Life Cycle Management (LCM) governance and Programme Management Office (PMO) processes;
Focused coaching and support of Programme Managers (PMs) and Programme Support Officers (PSOs) throughout the development life cycle where they will be accountable for the successful execution of contracts in line with the business case and contractual requirements;
Specific hands on programme execution if required on red programmes;
Smooth handover / transition of products at LG7 to the site Programme Director (PD) responsible for serial production

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance
Support the definition and implementation of NPI programme and customer strategies aligned with Defence BL objectives
Monitor and ensure adherence to NPI programme governance structures
Provide input to opportunity evaluations and strategic decision-making related to new product initiatives
Programme Delivery & Oversight
Lead and provide oversight to IPTs to ensure the successful execution of NPI programmes (LG3 7) in line with business case and contractual requirements;
Chair monthly BR4 programme reviews provide monthly C5/BR6 reports to internal stakeholders and support external stakeholder reviews including customer Programme Management Reviews (PMRs);
Ensure adherence to LCM governance and PMO processes including the effective management of risks opportunities and change;
Coach PMs and PSOs on programme management essentials needed to successfully deliver NPI programmes
Continuous Improvement & Performance Monitoring
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across programmes specifically to improve NPI programme execution;
Analyse programme performance data and identify areas for improvement;
Facilitate lessons capture and ensure dissemination across NPI programme teams
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Act as the primary point of contact for senior internal stakeholders and external stakeholders as required partnering with Programme Managers;
Influence senior leadership and external partners to support programme objectives;
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure NPI programmes comply with regulatory and quality standards
Team Development & Mentorship
Mentor and train NPI staff to build capabilities;
Foster a high-performance culture within NPI programme IPTs;
Identify and address skill gaps and support career development;
Provide input to the PMO Learning & Development Plan;
Promote innovation and new ways of working to the Defence BL

What Youll Bring

To help us make a difference youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills experience qualifications and attributes.
Essential:
Degree level education (or equivalent) in a technical or engineering discipline;
Experience in managing NPI programmes from cradle to grave across a range of relevant technologies leading teams across all functions (engineering procurement operations quality commercial finance and programme management disciplines);
Demonstrated performance in delivering challenging NPI programmes;
Intimate understanding of robust NPI processes and procedures project controls and governance frameworks;
Must possess broad knowledge in all functional disciplines and be proficient in the fundamentals of programme management and agile working;
Demonstrated interpersonal negotiation organisational and communication skills including emotional intelligence;
Ability to lead coach and mentor highly skilled and experienced teams;
Broad understanding of the aerospace industry and related products;
Experience of participating in at least one of UK EU or US nationality restricted Defence programme;
Desirable:
Professional accreditation with a recognised programme management body such as PRINCE2 APM or PMI.
Demonstrated performance in recovering challenging programmes through use of structured NPI programme management tools/skills;
Experience within defence related programmes with demonstrated results in regard to pricing negotiations;
Broad understanding of Defence related products in the aerospace industry;
Experience of providing assurance support to NPI IPTs where data visibility is limited/restricted by security classifications or national clearance requirements;

Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role.

The position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually).

What Well Offer

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Attractive Car Allowance and Fuel Allowance
Competitive Bonus paid annually
Industry Leading Pension Scheme well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary (as part of the pension scheme)
185 hours holiday bank holidays
Flexible working hours
Income protection (as part of the pension scheme)
Private medical cover
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
A collaborative dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

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