Onsite Mechanical Team Leader - Avionics & Mechatronics

BAE Systems; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

BAE Systems in Rochester is seeking a Mechanical Team Leader to lead an engineering group focused on development, integration and operation of mechanical systems. You will provide project oversight, estimate scopes, and manage risks while guiding a team of engineers through design reviews and development plans.

The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering, a proven track record in product development, and leadership or project management experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, 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.
• Experience in avionic systems, optical displays, mechatronics, and related fields is a plus.

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

Leadership experience

Product development

Project management

Avionics experience

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO

TeamCenter

DOORS

JIRA

Job description

BAE Systems in Rochester is seeking a Mechanical Team Leader to lead an engineering group focused on development, integration and operation of mechanical systems. You will provide project oversight, estimate scopes, and manage risks while guiding a team of engineers through design reviews and development plans.

The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering, a proven track record in product development, and leadership or project management experience.