Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading aerospace client for a Project Manager – Hydrogen Test Facilities / Lab Infrastructure.
This is an opportunity to join a highly innovative Flight & Integration Test Centre environment, supporting the delivery of next-generation hydrogen test capability and fuel systems programmes across a multi-national engineering landscape.
Rate:
45.00 per hour Umbrella / 33.64 per hour PAYE
The Role
You will be responsible for the development and delivery of infrastructure to support the construction, commissioning, and operational requirements of a Hydrogen Test Facility, alongside multiple test benches supporting a wider fuel systems test programme.
This role sits within the Test Means and Digital Platforms domain, a large international function operating across multiple European sites, providing critical lab and flight test solutions to enable aircraft development and certification.
Key Responsibilities
- Full accountability for Time, Cost, and Quality across the project lifecycle
- Define and manage the Statement of Work (SoW)
- Establish and maintain project governance and structure
- Drive execution using KPIs and performance metrics
- Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and opportunities
- Provide clear reporting to internal and external stakeholders
- Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
Project Environment
You will be supporting a high-profile test environment where lab and flight test means are used by engineers and flight crews to validate, integrate, and certify aircraft modifications.
The role operates within an international, cross-functional subdomain responsible for project management, performance, safety, and financial coordination across multiple European locations.
About You
- Strong background in Project or Programme Management (PMI or equivalent beneficial)
- Engineering background (essential for understanding test infrastructure and systems)
- Proven experience in stakeholder management at all levels
- Excellent communication skills with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
- High level of autonomy and adaptability in complex environments
- Strong team player with the ability to lead and influence
- Ability to anticipate change and drive project direction proactively
- Advanced level of English language skills
What This Role Offers
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge hydrogen and sustainable aviation programmes
- Exposure to large-scale international engineering projects
- Collaborative, forward-thinking test and integration environment
- Long-term contract potential within a major aerospace programme
