Senior Project Manager - DV Cleared

Project Manager - R&D Defence Technology
Salary: -100,000 - -110,000 per annum
Location: Romsey (Hybrid Working)

Benefits: 6% Bonus, 6% pension, 30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, Bupa Healthcare

This role sits at the heart of advanced research, development, and product innovation, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams developing next-generation hardware and embedded systems solutions.

We are seeking an experienced and technically aware Project Manager to lead R&D and product development programmes spanning hardware, PCB design, embedded software, and integrated systems. The successful candidate will manage projects from early-stage research and prototyping through to product delivery and operational deployment.

• Lead the delivery of R&D and product development programmes involving hardware platforms, PCB design, embedded software, and integrated technology systems.

• Manage the full product development lifecycle from concept and research through prototyping, validation, and delivery.

• Lead the preparation and delivery of technical bids and proposals, working closely with engineering and commercial teams to develop compelling solutions.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across electronics, embedded software, systems engineering, and integration.

• Support and manage rapid prototyping and accelerated development cycles, enabling fast innovation and iteration.

• Plan and coordinate participation in technology trials, demonstrations, and customer evaluations.

• Work closely with engineering teams to translate customer requirements into structured development plans and deliverable products.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and dependencies across complex development programmes.

• Maintain project plans covering design, development, integration, testing, and product delivery phases.

• Ensure requirements management, configuration control, and documentation are maintained throughout the development lifecycle.

• Lead cross-functional teams and create an environment that supports innovation, technical excellence, and delivery focus.

• Manage financial performance across projects, including revenue forecasting, cost control, and profitability.

• Strong experience managing R&D and product development programmes involving hardware, electronics, PCB design, and embedded software.

• Proven track record of delivering complex technology development projects from early research through to product delivery.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, including hardware, firmware, embedded software, and systems engineers.

• Familiarity with rapid prototyping environments and accelerated development cycles.

• Strong understanding of technology development lifecycles, including concept development, prototyping, integration, testing, and validation.