Junior Program Manager - Defense Project

Program Manager Junior – Defense Project

Sabena Engineering is a leading independent and international aviation solutions provider for civil and military operators. Our mission is to facilitate and optimize our clients’ business by offering highly qualitative, customized and efficient solutions. With an expertise of over 100 years, our organization has been supporting airlines operations in many airports throughout the world by offering a large range of aircraft maintenance services.

Reliability, agility, passion and ever-growing aeronautical expertise are all part of Sabena Engineering’s commitment to its customers, reflected in the promise: “Keep on Flying, We Take Care”.

Sabena Engineering is part of the Orizio Group, a unique industrial ecosystem focused on the sustainable development of the aerospace industry, bringing together agile, forward-looking, hightech companies.

For further information: www.sabena-engineering.com

Are you ready to join us?

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Program Manager in overseeing the program, ensuring alignment with schedules, budgets, and contract requirements.
• Step in as Acting Program Manager during the Program Manager’s absence, managing all program activities and communications with stakeholders.
• Coordinate program activities, acting as a central point of contact between internal teams, external suppliers, and Air Force representatives.
• Monitor project performance, assisting in identifying risks, resolving issues, and ensuring program milestones are met.
• Assist in financial tracking, helping with budget management, forecasting, and cost control.
• Facilitate cross-department collaboration, ensuring smooth communication between engineering, production, quality, and logistics teams.
• Prepare reports and updates on program status for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, contractual terms, and military standards.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts, enhancing program efficiency and overall performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in program management, aerospace, or defense is an asset.
• Knowledge of or interest in military aviation programs.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken); proficiency in Dutch is a plus.
• Must be eligible to work in Belgium and able to obtain necessary security clearances.

Our Offer :

• Join the Sabena Engineering family, which is passionate about aviation and fully dedicated to its success. Within our organization, everyone contributes to our target to meet our customers’ needs, with their own expertise and their responsible behaviour.
• Have the great opportunity to contribute with us to bringing aviation expertise wherever needed.
• Benefit from a competitive package and develop your skillset to contribute to the company’s success.

Are you interested?

Send your CV to – jobs@sabena-engineering.com