Lead Delivery Manager

Computacenter PLC; Hartford; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company is seeking an experienced Engineering Delivery Manager to oversee complex software projects for flight simulators. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and managing project delivery within scope and budget. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in aerospace software development. A hybrid working model is available, with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week, offering a salary range of £49,300 to £65,950.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Subsidised restaurant

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Work Package Owner, Delivery Manager, or Technical Lead in aerospace.
• Knowledge of aerospace software standards (e.g., DO-178C) desirable.
• Strong understanding of software engineering lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams emphasizing software development.
• Ensure delivery against scope, budget, and timelines.
• Drive risk management throughout the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Software development

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical governance

Risk management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Delivery Manager with a strong background in software development, integration, and delivery to take charge of complex work packages for next‑generation flight simulators. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of flight simulation, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that advanced software‑driven systems are delivered on time, to specification, and in compliance with aerospace standards. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments, have proven success managing technical software projects, and are passionate about shaping the future of aerospace training, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional engineering teams with a strong emphasis on software development, testing, and integration.
• Take full ownership of software‑related work packages, ensuring delivery against scope, budget, and timelines.
• Oversee the delivery of software components for flight simulators, ensuring seamless integration with hardware and systems.
• Implement robust technical governance frameworks to ensure compliance with aerospace software standards.
• Drive risk management throughout the software development lifecycle, mitigating issues before they impact delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external customers to align on requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
• Provide regular reporting on software progress, risks, and key technical decisions.
• Support process improvements to strengthen software delivery capability across engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Work Package Owner, Delivery Manager, Programme Manager, or Technical Lead within software‑heavy aerospace or simulation projects.
• Strong understanding of software engineering lifecycles, including development, verification, validation, and integration.
• Knowledge of aerospace software standards (e.g., DO‑178C or similar) highly desirable.
• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams with a significant software engineering focus.
• Excellent project management, technical governance, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Background in flight simulation, avionics, or complex aerospace software systems is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
• Private medical insurance (with family cover options)
• Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Life assurance (4x salary, up to 10x available)
• Group income protection
• Flexible benefits including dental, healthcare cash plan, gym membership & cycle to work
• Wellbeing and mental health support (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Subsidised restaurant and on‑site parking with EV charging
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
• A collaborative environment where your expertise in software delivery will shape the future of flight simulation

Job Title: Delivery Lead
Salary: £49,300 – £65,950
Location: Cambridge, Coventry, Gateshead, UK – Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.