Mechanical Team Lead — Relocation Available (Onsite)

BAE Systems; Chatham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

BAE Systems in Rochester is seeking a Mechanical Team Leader to guide a team of engineers, drive development from concept to production, and manage technical risks.

You will prepare development plans, chair design reviews, allocate resources, and support bids while upholding company policies and security requirements. Relocation package may be available for an onsite role involving avionic systems and advanced display technologies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Proven track record in product development from concept to production.
• Previous experience in team leadership and/or project management.
• Competence in CAD tools, ideally CREO, along with experience in TeamCenter, DOORs, and JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present Mechanical Development Plans and Design Scheme Data Packs for internal and customer reviews.
• Peer-check the work of other mechanical engineers, including designs, calculations, and technical reports.
• Chair design review panels at both functional and project levels.
• Prepare project plans, direct team implementation, and monitor progress against budgets.
• Devise and maintain resource plans, managing the allocation of Mechanical Engineering resources.
• Support new bids by preparing estimates and generating proposals.
• Conduct Performance and Development Reviews for the Mechanical Engineering Team.
• Ensure adherence to departmental and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

CAD

CREO

TeamCenter

DOORs

JIRA

Aviation systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO

TeamCenter

DOORs

JIRA

Job description

BAE Systems in Rochester is seeking a Mechanical Team Leader to guide a team of engineers, drive development from concept to production, and manage technical risks.

You will prepare development plans, chair design reviews, allocate resources, and support bids while upholding company policies and security requirements. Relocation package may be available for an onsite role involving avionic systems and advanced display technologies.