Systems Engineering Manager : Complex Defence Systems

TipTopJob; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob in Maidenhead is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead the engineering delivery of complex defence programmes across hardware, software and embedded systems. You will drive architecture, programme coordination, resource planning, risk and budget management, ensuring delivery to cost, schedule and security requirements.

You will work with customers, suppliers and internal teams in a highly regulated, security-cleared environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in systems engineering and project management in demanding environments.
• Ability to plan, schedule and manage resources across multiple projects.
• Experience in managing engineering budgets and delivering within constraints.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive in driving innovation and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering delivery of programmes and projects, meeting budget and schedule.
• Plan, schedule, identify resource needs and propose optimisations.
• Manage engineering budgets, forecast costs and address overspend or delays.
• Coordinate resources, assign day-to-day tasks and ensure high-quality artefacts.
• Actively manage technical risks and mitigation to minimise impact.
• Represent the company with customers, suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Systems engineering

Project management

Resource planning

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Are you ready to redefine defence technology and lead groundbreaking programmes that make a global impact? This is your chance to step into the role of a Systems Engineering Manager, where innovation meets excellence. With cutting:edge projects and a supportive environment, this company offers a unique platform for career growth, collaboration, and making a difference in the defence industry. Join a team that thrives on solving complex challenges and delivering advanced solutions. The role is responsible for leading the engineering delivery of complex programmes and multiple projects across the full lifecycle. The position combines technical leadership, systems architecture, programme coordination, resource planning, risk management, budget ownership, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring delivery to cost, schedule, quality, and security requirements. The successful candidate will oversee teams of systems engineers, support capability and product development involving hardware, software, and embedded systems, drive innovation and process improvement, and act as a key technical authority working with customers, suppliers, and internal engineering disciplines within highly regulated and security:cleared environments.

What You Will Do

• : Oversee the engineering delivery of programmes and projects of varying sizes, ensuring they meet budget and schedule requirements.
• : Support programme management by planning and scheduling, identifying resource needs, and proposing optimisation strategies.
• : Manage engineering budgets, forecast costs, and implement solutions to address overspend or schedule delays.
• : Coordinate engineering resources, provide day:to:day tasking, and ensure the delivery of high:quality engineering artefacts.
• : Actively manage technical risks and their mitigation to minimise impact on programme success.
• : Represent the company with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

What You Will Bring

• : Proven experience in systems engineering and project management within demanding environments.
• : Strong ability to plan, schedule, and manage resources effectively across multiple projects.
• : Expertise in managing engineering budgets and delivering projects within set constraints.
• : Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• : A proactive approach to identifying and solving challenges, driving innovation, and improving project outcomes.

This company is at the forefront of delivering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, empowering secure communication and decision:making for tactical and strategic operations. The Systems Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of programmes that drive innovation, security, and trust worldwide. By joining this team, youll contribute to projects that have a tangible impact on global defence capabilities.

Location

This role is based onsite in Maidenhead, there is good flexibility with start and finish times.