Systems Engineering Manager
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?
We're 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!
- Start: ASAP
- Location: High Wycombe, England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Engineering
- Recruiter: STR Group Limited
- Contact: Adam Rymell
- Tel: +44 (0)2392 322368
- Email: to view click here
- Posted: 2025-05-01 14:43:56 -
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