Systems Engineering Delivery Manager

Expleo Group; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Systems Engineering Delivery Manager, where you will lead diverse projects that drive technological advancements. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, guiding multi-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. With a focus on engineering management and project oversight, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of defense projects. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this position is an exciting opportunity to further your career in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for skill expansion

Expleo Academy for skill development

Competitive benefits

Innovative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering complex technology projects.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills in client-facing roles.
• Broad experience in planning, estimating, and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-functional teams and ensure project delivery on budget.
• Manage risks and track project plans against milestones.
• Identify opportunities to enhance project outcomes.

Skills

Engineering Management

Project Management

Hardware Engineering

Software Engineering

Systems Engineering

Leadership & Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Resource Planning

Education

HNC, HND, FD, or Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Overview

Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services, and management consulting for digital transformation. We help businesses harness technological change to deliver innovations that provide a competitive advantage and improve lives globally.

This role is for a Systems Engineering Delivery Manager to lead multiple future capability projects.

3 days P/W onsite required.

Responsibilities

1. The Systems Engineering Delivery Manager is responsible for:

• Leadership & Governance of multiple multi-functional teams
• Keeping the project on budget and controlling costs
• Mitigation and management of risks
• Managing engineering resources
• Tracking plans against progress and milestones
• Identifying opportunities to benefit the projects
• Ensuring technical and engineering aspects are delivered appropriately

Proven track record in successfully delivering diverse, complex technology projects.

Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills in client-facing roles.

Broad experience including planning, estimating, design, resource management, capability development, project, and commercial management.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND, FD, or Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Essential Skills

• Engineering Management
• Project Management (Critical path, Risk management)
• Experience as an engineer in Hardware, Software, or Systems engineering
• Knowledge of the 'V' lifecycle
• Leadership & Management
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Stakeholder Management
• Resource and Business Planning

Desired Skills

• Anti-Submarine Warfare and Mine Countermeasures experience
• In Service and Future Defence projects
• MOD experience

Experience

• Engineering Management and Problem Solving
• Systems Engineering (MBSE desirable)
• Leadership & Management
• Resource and Business Planning
• Marine / Air Defence projects desirable

Pre-requisites

• SC clearance in place

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment with clients and peers
• Opportunities to expand skills and participate in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy for skill development
• Competitive benefits
• Innovative and inclusive culture

We are an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Committed Employer, ensuring inclusive recruitment and support for employees with disabilities.