Electrical Engineering Team Lead - Satellite Focus

Airbus; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Car leasing

Free parking

Hybrid working

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Portsmouth is seeking a skilled Team Lead for a manufacturing unit producing Telecommunications and Navigation satellites. You will manage a team of 10–15 Electrical Engineers and related specialists, ensuring delivery, quality, and safety standards are met on time.

The role offers hybrid working with a strong focus on people development and operational excellence. You will work closely with the Technical Lead to optimise processes and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Experience leading a manufacturing team of 10–15 engineers.
• Strong Electrical Engineering background in a production environment.
• Proven ability to manage delivery within time, cost and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 10–15 engineers producing Telecommunications and Navigation satellites.
• Ensure production commitments are met and product integrity maintained.
• Collaborate with Technical Lead to address knowledge gaps.
• Oversee test assets and facility upgrades.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

Manufacturing

Test equipment management

Tools

Calibration equipment

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in Portsmouth is seeking a skilled Team Lead for a manufacturing unit producing Telecommunications and Navigation satellites. You will manage a team of 10–15 Electrical Engineers and related specialists, ensuring delivery, quality, and safety standards are met on time.

The role offers hybrid working with a strong focus on people development and operational excellence. You will work closely with the Technical Lead to optimise processes and drive continuous