Header: A career without limits
As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.
This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.
So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.
We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.
The role: Project Lead - 18 Month Fixed Term contract or Secondment
Manages and delivers assigned material projects, including bespoke cabin interiors for BA’s fleets. Ensures coordination and material delivery within agreed scope, time, and budget. Provides coordination to deliver innovative solutions that differentiate the BA brand.
What you’ll do:
- Deliver the Supply Chain streams of cabin interior programmes of varying size, ensuring scope, quality, budget, and regulatory compliance
- Manage schedules, interdependencies, and stakeholder engagement across BA, IAG, and global suppliers.
- Lead milestone reviews, certification processes, and risk management throughout the programme lifecycle
- Provide technical insight on FAA, CAA, and EASA regulations; ensure airworthiness and legal compliance
- Oversee planning, financial forecasting, and reporting to drive effective mitigation and decision-making
- Coordinate with MRO, engineering technical, and production teams for seamless delivery of materials
- Leadership of specific workstreams of activity in support of successful project execution
- Support programme management and other PMO duties related to assignment
What you’ll bring to British Airways:
- STEM degree or equivalent experience in programme role - Essential
- Experience delivering aviation engineering programmes with risk management and mitigation -Desirable
- Knowledge of aviation regulatory frameworks (FAA, CAA, EASA) and certification processes would be beneficial – Desirable
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional coordination, and managing budgets -Desirable
Why British Airways?
Join a world-class airline with a proud heritage and an exciting future. At BA Engineering, you’ll work with the best in the business, in a role where your contribution directly enhances the safety and reliability of our global fleet.
We offer a competitive salary, generous travel benefits, excellent training, and development opportunities to grow your career.
Inclusion & Diversity
We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our journey to become a Better BA.
