Are you looking to transition from the Armed Forces into a rewarding civilian career? Leonardo is proud to welcome veterans, reservists, and service leavers to apply for the role of Wildcat Integrated Support and Training (WIST) Service Delivery Manager. Your discipline, problem-solving, and ability to work in high-pressure environments could make you a perfect fit. The role will be responsible the successful delivery of the WIST contractual commitments. 

What You'll Do:

As the WIST Service Delivery Manager, you will provide leadership for the WIST Service Management Organisation, and guidance to the integrated supporting functions that constitute the WIST Integrated Project Team. 

Report: Manage and report on performance of the contract both internally and to the customer.
Manage: The availability service for the MOD Wildcat Fleet.
Contract Delivery: You will ensure contracted tasks are delivered through the utilisation of multi-functional and cross discipline integrated project teams.
Partnership: Encourage and promote a joint and partnered approach to business with the customer and key industrial partners.

What we need from you:

• Qualified to Degree or equivalent level in both business management and a relevant technical discipline or significant knowledge of aerospace, defence and related business areas, gained through at least 10 years direct experience
• Knowledge of the Integrated Operational Support construct and associated support disciplined
• Detailed knowledge of military aircraft operations, manufacturing and support processes
• Experience in negotiating the technical elements of subcontracts and subsequent subcontract management

Security Clearance: You must be eligible for full security clearance. 

Life at Leonardo

We are committed to providing career opportunities and fulfilling jobs to UK veterans, and flexibility for our employees who have chosen to serve as military reservists. Here is some of the benefits we offer:

Career Development: We offer clear pathways for advancement, with opportunities to progress at Leonardo.
Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
Reserve Forces: Support to the Reserve Forces and allow employees who are Reservists to take additional time off.
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection

If you are interested in learning more about the role send us an email and our team will be in touch.

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In the UK, Leonardo is one of the biggest suppliers of defence and security equipment to the UK MOD operating from eight main sites across the UK and employing over 8,500 highly skilled people.