Industrial Strategy & Collaboration Director
Aviation isn’t just about flying – it’s a global industry shaped by innovation and big decisions. In this role, you work with partners across industry and government to plan for the future, develop new technologies and keep the sector moving forward.
Building What Comes Next – Driving Aviation Forward.
Key Skills needed
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People and relationship skillsconnecting teams, listening well and engaging with confidence.
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Curiosityasking ‘why?’ and thinking about the next big thing while spotting risks early.
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Interpreting technical informationyou don’t need to build it, but you must understand it enough to make good decisions.
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Strategic thinkinglooking beyond today to shape future options.
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Team leadershipinfluencing through others and integrating with many functions.
Pathways into the career
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Apprenticeships – Paul started at 16 as an apprentice and progressed through multiple roles.
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Degree and further study – Paul later completed a mechanical engineering degree and an MBA with employer support.
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Multiple entry routes – organisations recruit into many functions (e.g., project management, finance, legal, commercial, operations, engineering). Requirements vary by role, so explore options and talk to people.
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Keep learning – careers evolve; invest in your development and ‘dream bigger’.
Organisations
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BAE Systems
BAE Systems offers graduate programmes, apprenticeships and internships across several locations in the UK.
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