Systems Engineering Manager

Defenceiq; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead a talented team in shaping the future of complex electronic and embedded systems. This pivotal role involves providing technical direction, managing engineering tasks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated designs that meet national defence and maritime safety standards. You will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make a real-world impact, this role offers a chance to grow your career with cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Systems Engineering for complex multidisciplinary programmes.
• Strong background in developing system requirements and compliant systems design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of System Engineers across multiple projects.
• Drive improvements in systems design tools and processes.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Technical Documentation

Stakeholder Communication

Project Management

Requirements Definition

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Science-based discipline

Tools

JAMA

Job description

Join to apply for the Systems Engineering Manager role at Defence iQ

Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise is valued and your creative input is encouraged?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you with our Global leading Defence Maritime client!

As a Systems Engineering Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the engineering function delivers expert input across project bids and development life cycles. You'll lead a team of talented engineers and shape the future of complex electronic and embedded systems that support national defence and maritime safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical direction to a team of System Engineers.
• Allocate and manage engineering tasks across multiple projects.
• Develop and deliver Systems Engineering artefacts throughout the full product lifecycle.
• Drive improvements in systems design tools, processes, and capabilities.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and firmware teams to ensure integrated and modular design approaches.
• Present confidently at internal and external design reviews, including to senior stakeholders and customers.
• Actively contribute to and lead aspects of complex projects to balance technical requirements with cost and schedule goals.
• Work with customers and suppliers to ensure alignment with project objectives and processes.
• Generate technical proposals and provide accurate estimates of cost, effort, and risk.
• Chair and contribute to technical reviews, and approve high-quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with information security standards and government regulations.

Your Skills & Experience

• Proven experience applying Systems Engineering to complex, multidisciplinary engineering programmes.
• Strong background in developing system requirements and compliant systems design.
• Skilled in creating and reviewing high-quality technical documentation.
• Experience using tools such as JAMA and contributing to embedded hardware, software, or firmware development.
• Ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to a range of audiences.
• Experience in defence or similarly regulated industries is advantageous.

Technical Focus Areas

• Requirements Definition & Management
• Systems Architecture & Design
• Design for 'x' (manufacturability, testability, etc.)
• System Integration & Interfaces
• Verification & Validation

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or a Science-based discipline - or equivalent industry experience.

Why Join Us?You'll be part of a passionate team delivering real-world impact. We foster a supportive and innovative environment where your input directly shapes mission-critical systems. You'll have opportunities to grow your career while working on cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Civil Engineering