Project Manager

Patria is a workplace where you build common security. At Patria, ordinary people solve extraordinary challenges. When it comes to critical operations on land, sea and air, expertise is vital. Quality is in people – in each and every one of us. You make the difference.

Patria is a trusted international provider of customer-centric defence, security and aviation life cycle support services and technology solutions with a strong growth strategy. For more information, please visit www.patriagroup.com.

Sustainment Solutions business area is responsible for, among other things, the sales, offering, and delivery of lifecycle support and software products. The business area also manages strategic partnerships with the Finnish Defence Forces and Patria’s authority business.

We are now searching for a

Project Manager

to lead the Lifecycle Management (LCM) entity within the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle Systems (CAVS) programme. The role is critical in safeguarding long-term value for our customers and ensuring that all agreed commitments are fulfilled throughout the system lifecycle.

The position focuses on the execution, management, and reporting of the LCM project, encompassing both internal coordination and the customer interface. In addition, the role includes supporting Lifecycle Support (LCS) contracts and contributing to the long-term sustainment and performance of the CAVS solution.

What kind of person are we looking for?

You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and overall control of the Lifecycle Management project within the CAVS programme, ensuring that contractual obligations are met. The role requires effective coordination of internal teams and international stakeholders, including CAVS member nations, the joint CAVS Programme Office in Finland, and Patria’s project management, lifecycle, and business development organisations. You will continuously monitor project progress, adapt plans as needed, proactively identify and manage risks, and ensure proper management of project documentation and lifecycle-related reporting.

You are proactive, customer-oriented, and communicative, and you feel comfortable navigating complex organisations and stakeholder networks in a multinational environment. You communicate project status clearly and professionally and are able to build trust and cooperation across organisational and cultural boundaries while driving the successful delivery of the LCM contract within the CAVS programme.

What we expect from you?

• A relevant higher education degree

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or in a similar role

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Understanding of lifecycle management or lifecycle support business

• Readiness to work in a multinational defence environment

• Fluent English; German or Swedish is an advantage

We offer you

You have a chance for a long and versatile career with Patria’s unique products and services. In this position, you will have a great opportunity to impact Patria’s international growth and be part of steering our way into the future. 

We offer you personnel benefits, such as an annual performance bonus and vast employment benefits. We have a comprehensive occupational health, which includes e.g. specialists. We also offer free time accident insurance.

Would you like to be part of our story?

You can submit your application through our recruitment system. Please apply by 29.4.2026. We review applications during the application period and selections will be made as soon as suitable candidates are found. Please note that we do not process applications sent by email.

For more information about the position, please contact our recruiter Aleksi Arjakka:

📞0400 278 937

✉️[email protected]

We will process your information confidentially. A security clearance and a drug test will be conducted for the selected candidate.

Why work with us?

1. Securing society: We are proud to advance national and international security. It requires a responsible attitude and excellence that guarantees reliability in all conditions

2. You have an impact: At Patria, you have an impact in the content of your work, career development, your clients’ and the whole company's success. You can be as good as you can ever be.

3. Focus on the essential: Do what you love and see the results of your work. You are crucial to us. We want you to be well and live a full life.

4. A great bunch of people: We work in innovative and energetic teams where smiling is allowed. We believe that the best results are achieved in a good atmosphere.