Lead Engineer – Hybrid, Defence Systems Delivery

General Dynamics UK; Oakdale; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Oakdale is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership for an engineering team. This role includes managing work packages, ensuring alignment with project objectives, and liaising with customers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical management, proven success in complex projects, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of £63,072 to £85,000 and a hybrid working environment, fostering work-life balance and career development.

Benefits

Compressed nine-day fortnight

Personalized career development plan

Recognized flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a technical manager on complex integration projects.
• Demonstrated capability in managing delivery across multiple projects.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management and customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering team within strategic bounds.
• Provide technical oversight and coordination across engineering disciplines.
• Own and manage engineering work packages, tracking progress.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Systems engineering

Risk management

Communication

Education

STEM degree

Job description

A leading defense technology company in Oakdale is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership for an engineering team. This role includes managing work packages, ensuring alignment with project objectives, and liaising with customers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical management, proven success in complex projects, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of £63,072 to £85,000 and a hybrid working environment, fostering work-life balance and career development.