Optical Systems Lead — Space Payloads & Delivery

SpaceJobSearch.com; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm based in Guildford seeks a dynamic Technical Manager to oversee Optical Payloads. This role blends technical, management, and strategic development, ensuring quality and resource management throughout project phases. Candidates should have a degree in Physics or Engineering, with strong skills in optical engineering and people management. The firm supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, fostering a collaborative environment among interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Optical engineering.
• Ability to review and critique optical instruments.
• Excellent people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Line manage Optical Systems engineers in the team.
• Ensure workload is managed through the resource planning tool.
• Measure engineering processes' effectiveness and implement improvements.

Skills

Optical engineering expertise

People management

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility to change plans

Education

Degree in Physics or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

A leading aerospace engineering firm based in Guildford seeks a dynamic Technical Manager to oversee Optical Payloads. This role blends technical, management, and strategic development, ensuring quality and resource management throughout project phases. Candidates should have a degree in Physics or Engineering, with strong skills in optical engineering and people management. The firm supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, fostering a collaborative environment among interdisciplinary teams.