PMO Analyst/Planner

Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.

What you'll do:

Join our Programme Management Office as a Planner/PMO Analyst, supporting project and programme delivery through structured planning, governance, and reporting. You'll maintain consistency across schedules, risk registers, and reporting processes while collaborating with Programmes, Engineering, Finance, and other key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly planning cadence, including schedule updates, risk management sessions, Contract Status Report generation, and Earned Value Management reporting.
• Develop and manage complex schedules using MS Project, ensuring accuracy and alignment with programme objectives.
• Analyse project data (critical path, earned value, Schedule Risk Analysis) to forecast outcomes and support decision-making.
• Reconcile financials and reschedule past-due tasks; provide cross-functional financial reporting.
• Perform data manipulation and analytics using Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) and PowerBI to generate actionable insights.
• Facilitate risk management sessions and support gated lifecycle management processes.
• Engage with stakeholders across Engineering, Finance, and Programme teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.

Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• 5+ years' experience in PMO or project planning roles.
• Strong planning and scheduling expertise with proficiency in MS Project.
• Engineering/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) and familiarity with SharePoint, PowerPoint, and PowerBI.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.Ability to manage stakeholders and drive governance processes effectively.

What we offer:

• Flexible start/finish time and Hybrid model work (3 days in the office) and flexible start/finish time to suit your busy life
• Opportunity to develop your planning skills in technologically advanced niche projects
• Career advancements opportunities
• We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term - not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
• We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people's lives and the environment through power management technologies

The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Ferndown, United Kingdom

Job ID: Eaton-57142Wimborne

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-17T18:38:56