Lead Electrical Engineer

NP Aerospace, Ltd.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Flexible start and finish times

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Paid leave for Reservists and Cadets

Competitive pension scheme

Life cover at 3x base salary

BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

Career development opportunities

Innovative team culture

Job summary

NP Aerospace, Ltd. is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Coventry, UK. You will develop electrical systems for military vehicles, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and safety standards.

This role involves cross-functional collaboration to design and integrate electrical architectures and lead prototype testing. Candidates with strong electrical engineering skills and a passion for innovation are encouraged to apply.

The company offers competitive pay and a supportive environment for career growth.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working within defence, aerospace, automotive, or specialist vehicle engineering environments.
• Experience interpreting and developing electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of electrical integration within complex vehicle platforms.
• Experience supporting prototype development, validation, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of electrical systems for military vehicles.
• Ensure designs meet specifications and safety standards.
• Manage electrical architectures, guiding solutions through design and production.
• Engage with customers during technical reviews and support engineering proposals.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Leadership capability

Systems thinking

Collaborative mindset

Problem-solving capability

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Job Title:Lead Electrical Engineer
Location:Coventry, UK
Core Hours:08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).
Vacancy Type:Full-time and onsite
Salary:£45,000 - £55,000 per annum

About the role

Lead the development of electrical systems that power and protect the next generation of military vehicles.

We’re looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to play a critical role in delivering advanced vehicle electrical architectures and integration solutions across our defence programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join NP Aerospace at a time of significant growth, supporting global vehicle programmes and future mobility developments with international defence partners.

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re passionate about innovative engineering, technically credible across electrical and electro‑mechanical systems, and motivated by delivering solutions that directly protect those who protect us. If you’re ready to shape the future of protected mobility and make a genuine real‑world impact, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll get in return

• Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
• Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will take technical ownership of electrical engineering activities across assigned vehicle programmes, ensuring system designs meet customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability.

You will lead the development and integration of electrical architectures, wiring systems, and vehicle electronic subsystems, guiding engineering solutions from concept through design, validation, and production readiness. This includes ensuring that systems are robust, manufacturable, and capable of supporting long‑term operational requirements in demanding environments.

Working closely with the Chief Engineer, Project Managers, Design Office and cross‑functional teams, you will support prototype development, testing, and qualification activities while resolving technical challenges and managing engineering change. Your leadership will help ensure electrical systems integrate seamlessly with wider vehicle platforms and mechanical subsystems.

You will also engage with customers and partners during technical reviews, support engineering inputs to bids and proposals, and produce high‑quality engineering documentation and manufacturing data packs that enable successful delivery across complex defence programmes.

Our team embraces modern technologies, including AI‑assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results. Candidates should either have experience using AI tools or demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply them in their role.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who combines strong electrical engineering expertise with leadership capability, systems thinking, and a collaborative mindset. Ideally you will have:

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience working within defence, aerospace, automotive, or specialist vehicle engineering environments
• Strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems, architectures, and electro‑mechanical integration
• Experience interpreting and developing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system documentation
• Knowledge of electrical integration within complex vehicle platforms
• Practical problem‑solving capability with a focus on reliability, manufacturability, and safety
• Experience with configuration management, engineering change processes, and systems engineering principles
• Experience supporting prototype development, validation and testing
• Experience of using AI tools or demonstrates a willingness to learn and apply AI in role.
• Desirable experience includes knowledge of UK MoD processes, AESPs, defence standards, or involvement in complex engineering bids and programme delivery.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy

NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note

If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.