Are you an experienced Systems Engineering professional ready to step into a leadership role on high:impact engineering programmes? Do you thrive in a collaborative, technically complex environment where your skills directly contribute to critical national capabilities?
Were looking for a Systems Engineering Manager to join an industry:leading organisation working on cutting:edge defence technology. This is your opportunity to shape the future of engineering systems within a growing and dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, manage and mentor a team of Systems Engineers, guiding their development and ensuring technical excellence across the board.
* Drive the development of systems engineering artefacts throughout the product lifecycle : from initial bid through to delivery.
* Define and improve engineering tools, processes and capabilities to support current and future project demands.
* Collaborate across disciplines : including hardware, software and firmware : to ensure coherent, modular, and reusable system designs.
* Represent engineering in design reviews and customer engagements, presenting complex information clearly and effectively.
* Manage stakeholders, suppliers and customers to ensure milestones are met, risks are mitigated, and technical objectives are achieved.
* Provide accurate time and cost estimates for systems activities and support bid and proposal efforts.
What You Bring:
* Solid, hands:on experience in Systems Engineering within complex technology programmes : ideally in regulated or high:assurance industries.
* A proven track record in requirements definition, architecture, integration, verification and validation.
* Strong technical documentation skills, including experience with formal reviews and lifecycle artefacts.
* Proficiency in Requirements Management tools such as Jama, and hands on experience in the development of Hardware, Software or Firmware development, ideally in an Embedded environment.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly explain complex engineering concepts.
* A degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
Nice to Have:
* Prior experience in the defence or aerospace sector.
* Familiarity with Design for X (DFX) principles.
* Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) due to the nature of the projects.
Why Apply?
* Lead high:performing teams working on impactful, real:world technology.
* Enjoy a technically challenging role in a supportive and forward:thinking environment.
* Competitive salary, strong benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.
Interested?
If you are interested, please apply and a dedicated consultant will reach out to you