Project Manager

Overview

Expleo is a global engineering, technology, and consulting partner helping businesses innovate, transform, and deliver high‑quality products and solutions. With expertise spanning aerospace, automotive, transportation, telecommunications, financial services, and life sciences, we support clients in solving complex engineering challenges while accelerating innovation. Our teams combine deep technical knowledge with a hands‑on mindset, working collaboratively to drive measurable impact and operational excellence.

 

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex projects within the aerospace and defence sector in Switzerland. The role involves full lifecycle project delivery, working closely with internal engineering teams, government stakeholders, and international partners to ensure successful execution of mission-critical programmes.

This position requires a strong understanding of regulated environments, structured project governance, and the ability to manage sensitive and high-impact projects with precision.

 

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage defence-related projects from initiation through to delivery (scope, timeline, budget, quality)• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies• Plan, structure, and monitor project activities in accordance with industry standards (e.g., PM frameworks, compliance requirements)• Ensure adherence to Swiss and international defence regulations, export controls, and security protocols• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, quality, and external suppliers• Drive performance tracking, reporting, and governance (KPIs, milestones, deliverables)• Support contract management, including change requests and commercial negotiations• Prepare and present project updates to senior leadership and stakeholders• Ensure documentation and audit readiness in line with defence standards

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field• Proven experience as a Project Manager in defence, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMI, PRINCE2, Agile where applicable)• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects

• Familiarity with compliance frameworks, export control regulations, and security requirements

 

Essential skills

• German: Fluent (mandatory)
• English: Professional proficiency (mandatory)
• French is an advantage

 

Desired skills

• Experience working with Swiss defence organisations (e.g., armasuisse) or European defence programmes• Background in systems engineering or technical project environments• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent• Experience in procurement or supply chain within defence projects

 

 

What do I need before I apply

• Eligibility to work in Switzerland• Willingness to undergo security clearance (if required)• Willingness to travel within Switzerland and occasionally internationally

 

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on strategic and high-impact defence programmes• Stable and long-term projects in a secure environment• Collaborative and international work setting• Competitive compensation and benefits package• Professional development and career growth opportunities