Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Salary - £70,000 to £80,000Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Your ImpactJoin Leonardo's Mission Support product area-where advanced software, mission critical capability, and trusted delivery support UK and international military operations across Fast Jet, Fixed Wing, and Rotary platforms.
As a Lead Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of advanced software products that give armed forces the mission insight, planning power, and operational advantage they need to succeed.
This is a rare opportunity to influence a growing portfolio of software products at the forefront of avionic mission systems, delivering next generation advanced software tools to enhance Leonardo's Electronic Warfare, Platform Protection and Sensing products-such as BriteCloud, SEER/SAGE, Praetorian and European Common Radar-to support platforms including Wedgetail, A400M, Typhoon, NMH, and the Global Combat Aircraft Programme.
Operating at the centre of an Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will bring together engineering, commercial, procurement, capability and sales teams to successfully deliver software projects, shape strategy, secure new opportunities, and strengthen Leonardo's position as a global leader in mission systems.
Shape Software Product & Business StrategyThis role is subject to pre employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:
Why join usAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.
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Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
Primary LocationGB - Luton - Cap. Green 300
Additional LocationsGB - Lincoln
Contract TypePermanent
Hybrid WorkingHybrid