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Head of Engineering

Owen Daniels
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Coventry, Warwickshire CV7 9BF, England

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts

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  • The company is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering in the Aerospace sector to oversee a team of over 25 engineers in Coventry.
  • The role requires relevant experience in the aerospace industry and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a related field.
  • The position offers a very competitive salary, along with benefits such as a car allowance and a bonus.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for aligning team priorities with resources, developing strategies for growth, and mentoring engineers.
  • Candidates should have a proven track record of significant leadership in managing teams, with a focus on production programmes and R&D projects.
Do you have experience working as a Head of Engineering within the Aerospace sector? I want to talk to you!I am looking for an experienced Head of Engineering to join a leading Aerospace corporation. You will oversee the team's daily activities across production programmes and R&D projects while also contributing to strategy development.Head of EngineeringPermanentMonday to Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pmVery Competitive Salary on Offer, Car Allowance and BonusCoventryHead of Engineering Job Description
  • Lead a team of over 25 engineers across multiple disciplines, overseeing daily operations for both production programmes and R&D projects. Mentor team members and demonstrate effective leadership behaviours.
  • Align the engineering team’s priorities with available resources and budgets. Develop strategies to achieve financial and technical growth, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
  • Assign engineering resources to various projects, escalate issues with proposed solutions to senior leadership, and make impactful decisions to ensure team success.
  • Attend and contribute to leadership meetings, collaborating with production and operational leaders to address quality, shipment, and task updates.
  • Coordinate team efforts to support production and drive advancements in future technologies, while mentoring engineers at all levels and fostering their professional development.
Head of Engineering Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
  • Relevant experience in the aerospace industry
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a related field
  • Comprehensive background in engineering
  • Proven track record of significant leadership in managing teams
Head of Engineering Company Benefits
  • Career development and opportunities to progress
  • Free on-site car parking
  • An on-site restaurant and subsidised food
  • Pension Scheme up to 10% company contribution
  • Employee Health & Wellbeing Programme
  • Employee Discounts
  • Income Protection
  • Share Buying scheme
  • Bonus
  • Car Allowance
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