Project Engineering Lead

Leonardo UK Ltd; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineering Lead to drive the development of an Electronic Warfare System for a cutting-edge Combat Aircraft. In this pivotal role, you will manage a dynamic team, ensuring effective project delivery while fostering a culture of continuous improvement through Agile methodologies. This opportunity not only allows you to work on state-of-the-art technology but also to mentor and develop your team in a collaborative environment. With a strong focus on engineering excellence and innovation, this role promises a rewarding career path in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your contribution.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental schemes

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Technology and lifestyle options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering management and project delivery.
• Strong leadership and effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through the product delivery lifecycle.
• Ensure engineering activities are well planned, costed, and scheduled.

Skills

Engineering management

Project delivery

Leadership competencies

Schedule control

Budget control

Problem solving

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Undergraduate Engineering degree

Related scientific discipline

Tools

Agile development processes

Engineering lifecycle processes

Job description

Job Description:

THE OPPORTUNITY

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

A Project Engineering Lead is required to join the Team Tempest project within the Combat Air line of business to develop an Electronic Warfare (EW) System for a 6th generation Combat Aircraft. The team and role can be based at either the Capability Green, Luton or Coldharber Lane, Bristol Leonardo sites dependent on preferred location.

As the Project Engineering Lead you will:

• Be primarily focused on work package management and delivery of an EW System solution.
• Provide engineering management, direction and leadership supported by the Project Chief Engineer and Project Engineering Manager.
• Be responsible for providing your team with clear expectations of the Engineering Plans and ensuring that they operate consistently within the company Policies & Procedures.
• Work with the Project Engineering Manager to track and report on the Engineering Plans (progress, spend, risks, metrics).
• Develop your Engineering Team providing mentoring, coaching, setting objectives and appraising them of their performance.
• Utilise Agile development processes ensuring continuous improvement of each programme increment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead and manage your cross function development team through the full product delivery lifecycle utilising Agile development processes.
• Personally coach and mentor Engineers within your team.
• Ensure that the Engineering activities are well planned, costed and scheduled.
• Work with stakeholders to elicit and prioritise requirements.
• Ensure that the Engineering Plans are clearly defined and well communicated to your team.
• Oversee the completion of the Engineering plans to quality, cost and schedule.
• Work closely with the Project Chief Engineer to ensure the design solution maximises the re-use of existing 'resources', is producible and is robust.
• Work closely with the Project Chief Engineer to ensure the design solution works within its intended environment and is certified using the company engineering development processes.
• Work closely with the Project Engineering Manager to identify technical risks and mitigation strategies.
• Control project configuration and change management.
• Ensure effective implementation of the company's Lifecycle Management process.
• Agree qualification & acceptance criteria and design certification.
• Ensure compliance with Regulatory and Safety Standards.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You really must have:

• Proven experience in engineering management and delivery of projects.
• Knowledge of Engineering lifecycle processes.
• Strong leadership competencies.
• Good schedule and budget control.
• Ability to produce clear and concise engineering documentation.
• Ability to provide clear direction to teams and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Self-motivation with a strong aptitude for problem solving.
• Commercial and business awareness.

You must be eligible for full security clearance.

It would be nice if you had:

• Good knowledge of Electronic Warfare systems.
• Knowledge of airborne and ground-based radar systems.
• Knowledge of Agile development processes.
• Undergraduate Engineering degree or related scientific discipline.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• State of the Art Capability: Opportunity to work on state of the art Electronic Warfare systems for a 6th generation Combat Aircraft.
• Technical Expertise: To support your role Leonardo has subject-matter experts with extensive and detailed knowledge of the EW domain; technology, performance, and operational capabilities.
• Teamwork: You will work alongside like-minded professional engineers in a highly collaborative environment utilising Agile development processes.
• Continuous Learning: Support in your ongoing professional development through training and mentoring.
• Flexible Working: We offer our employees the time and flexibility they need to enjoy a balanced life through flexible hours and a mixture of home based and onsite working.
• Flexible Benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support and financial wellbeing support.
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents, work on state of the art and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us?

Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Lincoln

Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid