Project Lead Engineer - Space

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider in the space industry is seeking a Project Lead Engineer to guide the design, development, and verification of innovative products. This role involves providing technical leadership and managing project risks, working closely with a skilled team to deliver cutting-edge solutions for various space missions.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Engineering required, preferably with project management experience.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage project risks.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and verification of engineering products.
• Manage technical risks and deliver bids in collaboration with the bid team.
• Ensure configuration control and governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Risk Management

Engineering Governance

Technical Proposal Writing

Customer Expectation Management

Technical Presentation Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

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From satellites searching for new planets to rovers mapping the surface of Mars, for 40 years space customers have depended on us to provide technology that is literally out of this world. We have been trusted to design and deliver imaging sensors and sub-systems to over 150 space missions helping humankind to better understand the world we live in.

Working with us will enable you to develop and gain experience in the ideas that are behind some of the most advanced technologies in the world. You will also get a chance to work alongside highly experienced engineers, technicians and scientists.

Role Overview:

To support our continued growth, we have exciting new opportunities for a Project Lead Engineer to join our expanding team.

The Project Lead Engineer role is responsible for leading the Design, Development and Verification of products throughout the project lifecycle, using their expertise and experience to tailor the project lifecycle and governance in response to the risks identified to deliver the Project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clear technical leadership and direction to the project team.
• Provide Engineering governance through the project life cycle.
• Manage the technical risk/opportunities on a project and their mitigation/capture activities.
• Delivery of bids (in conjunction with bid team) and writing technical proposals.
• Configuration Control of the technical aspects of the product and project.
• Broad knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Ability to manage customer expectations and avoid unwanted scope creep.
• Good technical presentation and document writing skills.
• The above role profile is not meant to be an exhaustive list and duties within areas of responsibilities will be expected to change to meet the changing needs of our business.