Lead Product Owner (SC Cleared) - Aerospace and DefenceLocation: Reading (Hybrid Working Available) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance RequiredOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Lead Product Owner to play a key role in delivering high-impact digital initiatives within the aerospace and defence sector. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and mature product ownership practices across complex, highly regulated programmes.This role requires active SC clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work and includes a mix of on-site collaboration and flexible hybrid working arrangements.The OpportunityYou will lead the evolution of product ownership across multiple digital programmes, driving best practice, strengthening governance, and ensuring the successful delivery of value-led outcomes.Working closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, engineering teams, and key stakeholders, you will provide strategic leadership to enhance collaboration, prioritisation, and delivery performance across the organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and continuously improve product ownership frameworks and governance models to ensure scalable, consistent deliveryLead backlog management and prioritisation, aligning delivery with strategic objectives and measurable outcomesDrive strong collaboration between Product Owners, Business Analysts, and delivery teamsOversee end-to-end delivery of digital and data-driven initiativesManage and challenge supplier performance, ensuring ..... full job details .....