Lead Principal Project Engineer - Embedded EW & Cyber

L3Harris; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in defense is seeking a Principal Project Engineer in Tewkesbury, UK. This role demands leadership in complex engineering projects, including electronic warfare and cyber security systems. The ideal candidate has experience in systems engineering and managing cross-disciplinary teams under pressure. Employee benefits include flexible working, generous vacation, and bonus opportunities. The position requires UK nationality and security clearance eligibility.

Benefits

£3,000 to £6,000 DV Bonus

Flexible or part-time working arrangements

Half day finish on Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Flexible opt-in benefits

Professional membership reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering development projects through the systems engineering lifecycle.
• Ability to work under tight time pressures with key stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams across multiple engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a complex development programme with a cross-functional engineering team.
• Resolve technical issues and lead design reviews.
• Estimate and track project progress, reporting on key metrics.
• Interface with stakeholders and present project updates.
• Guide development through the systems engineering lifecycle.

Skills

Engineering project leadership

Stakeholder management

Systems engineering lifecycle experience

Technical issue resolution

Cross-disciplinary team leadership

Job description

A leading technology firm in defense is seeking a Principal Project Engineer in Tewkesbury, UK. This role demands leadership in complex engineering projects, including electronic warfare and cyber security systems. The ideal candidate has experience in systems engineering and managing cross-disciplinary teams under pressure. Employee benefits include flexible working, generous vacation, and bonus opportunities. The position requires UK nationality and security clearance eligibility.