Engineering Capability Lead — Process, Tools & Governance

Leonardo; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Learning & development

Job summary

Leonardo is seeking a Head of Engineering Capability to lead the governance, processes and digital tools across our engineering estate. This role focuses on standardising practices, improving efficiency, and delivering measurable improvements through data-driven governance and cross-functional collaboration.

We value experience in PLM, Lean/Six Sigma and Agile/hybrid environments, with a track record of guiding large teams through change while maintaining compliance and quality.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent experience.
• Related professional qualifications are beneficial.
• Minimum of 10 years in engineering management focusing on governance and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Chair the Engineering Process Council and lead on the development of engineering processes and standards.
• Develop a data-driven governance framework for engineering capability and performance.
• Drive the development of an integrated engineering ecosystem connecting processes, tools and data.
• Lead the adoption of new tools, processes and governance practices across engineering teams.
• Engage with senior leaders to drive lasting change.

Skills

Engineering leadership

KPIs & data-driven

Governance & process

Stakeholder engagement

Transformation

Education

Degree or equivalent

Professional qualifications beneficial

Tools

PLM

Analytics platforms

Engineering tools integration

Job description

Leonardo is seeking a Head of Engineering Capability to lead the governance, processes and digital tools across our engineering estate. This role focuses on standardising practices, improving efficiency, and delivering measurable improvements through data-driven governance and cross-functional collaboration.

We value experience in PLM, Lean/Six Sigma and Agile/hybrid environments, with a track record of guiding large teams through change while maintaining compliance and quality.