Job Opportunities - Internal

Job purpose

The Project Leader supports individual vehicle projects from product definition to Start of Production (SOP). They coordinate cross-functional teams, track progress, and manage scope, timing, cost, quality, and resources to meet project objectives, while supporting Programme Managers and senior stakeholders.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Coordinate programme gateways, track deliverables, and prepare gateway evidence packs for review.
• Monitor and drive resolution of actions from PST meetings.
• Manage the creation of programme SEL and PDL documents as directed by the Senior Programme Manager and ensure product definition documents (PMXU) are up to date.
• Develop commodity and release plans, including Engineering Timing Release Schedules (ETRS), and monitor deviations.
• Support programme cost management, including target setting, cost reviews, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Lead BOM-to-CAD alignment exercises and virtual series events, ensuring integration with programme plans.
• Monitor commodity plans and act on deviations to establish and recommend appropriate recovery actions.
• Assist in defining overall programme timing plans, integrating launch points, commodity schedules, and prototype builds.
• Manage concern resolution via the change management system, tracking metrics and escalating as needed.
• Support prototype and vehicle build planning, including specifications, BOMs, and commodity plans.
• Act as deputy to the Programme Manager when required, and lead minor model programmes with financial and delivery responsibility.

Experience and qualifications

Essential experience

• Automotive or Mechanical Engineering Degree or extensive relevant experience.
• Whole vehicle or complex system programme coordination / management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of product development / creation systems.
• Experience in component design, development and sign off.
• Expert user of Microsoft Office tools particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Confident and authoritative presentation skills.

Additional information

Flexibility on start and finish times due to events and different locations is required.

The post-holder will be required to travel to other Aston Martin sites, so a valid, current driving license is essential.

Hiring manager - Loren Wright

Grade - 9

Positions - One

Belong at Aston Martin

At Aston Martin, we believe that the stunning beauty, craftsmanship, and artistry that define our brand come from the diverse voices and talents of our extraordinary team. We are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Your unique perspectives, shaped by your education, culture, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, abilities, and more, are what make us stronger and more innovative. We celebrate the richness of diversity and actively seek individuals who bring something new to the table.

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to ensure that you can bring your best, in every way.

Let’s build something remarkable together.

The post holder will be required to comply with all policies and procedures issued by and on behalf of Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd