Engineering Team Lead, Calibrations & Maintenance

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking an Engineering Team Lead for the Calibration & Maintenance department in Stevenage. This role involves managing routine calibrations of STTE and COTS, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will have proven management skills, a relevant engineering qualification, and a strong grasp of calibration principles. The position offers a competitive salary and dynamic hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Maximum pension contribution of 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional days of flexi leave

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Proven people manager experience required.
• Sound technical knowledge of test equipment both theory and practical.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits and managing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine calibrations and report to stakeholders.
• Responsible for KPIs related to routine calibrations.
• Support team development and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

People management

Technical knowledge of test equipment

Calibration principles

Experience with external stakeholders

Education

Minimum NVQ L3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering subject

Job description

A leading defence organisation is seeking an Engineering Team Lead for the Calibration & Maintenance department in Stevenage. This role involves managing routine calibrations of STTE and COTS, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will have proven management skills, a relevant engineering qualification, and a strong grasp of calibration principles. The position offers a competitive salary and dynamic hybrid working arrangements.