Product Delivery Manager – Requirements Engineering
Reading
6-Month Contract
Paying up to £88p/h (InsideIR35)
Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance – please only apply if suitable
We are seeking an experienced Product Delivery Manager – Requirements Engineering to lead the delivery and transformation of enterprise-wide requirements management capabilities.
Reporting to the Product Owner – Systems Engineering, you will own the transition to IBM DOORS NG as the target platform, managing controlled coexistence with legacy tools while delivering robust integrations, data quality uplift, and full Digital Thread traceability from stakeholder needs through to verification and certification evidence.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead delivery and continuous improvement of Requirements Engineering capabilities, with DOORS NG as the target-state platform
* Define and execute the migration strategy from legacy tools, including pilots, phased data migration, integration, and decommissioning
* Establish reference architectures, governance standards, data models, taxonomy, and configuration/baseline policies
* Ensure end-to-end traceability across requirements, MBSE models, software, interfaces, test, and certification artefacts
* Manage OSLC integrations, ReqIF partner exchanges, and Global Configuration practices
* Drive stakeholder engagement, adoption, training, and business change across internal teams and supply chain partners
* Oversee vendor relationships, licensing, and performance management
Essential Experience
* Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline
* 10+ years’ experience delivering requirements engineering capabilities within aerospace, defence, or other regulated industries
* Strong expertise in DOORS/DOORS NG configuration, governance, migration, and cross-tool integration (e.g., MBSE, PLM, ALM, Test)
* Deep understanding of requirements lifecycle management, traceability, configuration control, and certification evidence
* Proven leadership managing complex, multi-phase transitions and partner integrations
* Project/Programme Management certification (APM, PRINCE2, SAFe/Agile) or equivalent experience
* Security clearance (or eligibility) required
This is a pivotal role driving enterprise-wide Requirements Engineering transformation—establishing robust digital foundations, assured traceability, and scalable lifecycle governance across complex programmes.