Mission Delivery Manager

Permanent employee, Full-time · Swindon

About Us

STARK is a defense technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high performance unmanned vehicles that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost effective – giving NATO and its allies a decisive edge in the most contested environments.

We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems—not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe—today.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

Lead and manage the planning and execution of projects for secured contracts, ensuring strict adherence to time, cost, and quality parameters.
Provide structure and develop forecasting against cost, time, and quality for delivery, as well as pre-contract solutions development.
Coordinate and foster strong cross-functional collaboration across UK and wider STARK business lines to achieve project objectives.
Continuously monitor project progress and implement necessary adjustments to meet contractual deliverables.

Account Management

Develop and manage the Royal Navy, Commando Force and Specialist User account, ensuring ongoing relationship growth and opportunity identification.
Proactively identify and nurture future opportunities within the account, aligning project requirements with evolving client needs.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to broaden business opportunities within the account..

Customer Advisory & Relationship Management:

Serve as a trusted adviser to customers, engaging deeply to understand their challenges and develop tailored solutions.
Provide comprehensive insights and guidance on Concepts of Operations (CONOPs) and technical feasibility assessments.
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers to enhance satisfaction and business potential.

Qualifications

Proven experience in project management and delivery in both waterfall and agile environments.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in the Defence Industry.
Strong account management and customer relationship management skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Experience in defence or technology sectors preferred.
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance
Desirable: Graduate of the Intermediate Staff Course (Land) or Battlefield Technology Graduate.

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We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Due to the nature of our work in the defense sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.

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