About the Opportunity
A leading aviation organisation seeks a skilled Grants and Cost Optimisation Specialist to support its mission to innovate, grow and drive efficiency. This key role focuses on identifying and securing external funding, managing grant and R&D tax credit claims, and supporting cost optimisation initiatives across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Identify and secure financial supports from national and EU agencies, public bodies, private foundations, and industry organisations.
2. Build and maintain strong relationships with funding agencies and partners to ensure maximum access to available grants.
3. Coordinate the preparation and submission of grant proposals and related documentation.
4. Collaborate with the Engineering department to identify qualifying R&D projects.
5. Prepare, file, and track R&D tax credit claims with Revenue.
6. Support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly product and customer profitability reports.
7. Identify cost overruns and work with Production and Engineering teams to improve efficiencies and reduce cost per part.