Systems Engineering Manager

**Unlock Your Potential as a Systems Engineering Manager**

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that promises not only professional growth but also the opportunity to make a significant impact on global defense and security? This company, a leader in providing cutting-edge intelligence and communications solutions, is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager to spearhead their Cyber business unit. With a focus on delivering cryptographic and key management solutions, this role offers the unique opportunity to work on projects that enhance and accelerate decision-making in challenging environments around the world.

**What You Will Do:**

- Lead and assure the execution of engineering for the delivery of projects, ensuring they meet scope, cost, and schedule.

- Define, delegate, and monitor engineering activities, fostering a systematic approach across multi-discipline project teams.

- Collaborate with the Program Management team to optimize project schedules and resource allocation.

- Ensure adherence to and tailoring of business and technical processes in line with governance requirements.

- Manage project engineering artefacts, striving to improve schedule adherence and margin.

- Coordinate engineering resources effectively, representing the company in dealings with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.

**What You Will Bring:**

- Demonstrated knowledge of the Systems Engineering lifecycle, including various development models (Iterative, Incremental, etc.).

- Proven experience in engineering management, leading a team of at least 10 multi-discipline engineers.

- Expertise in strategy, planning, and design of complex solutions, ideally within the UK Defence/Aerospace industry.

- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, capable of representing the company at customer and supplier meetings.

- Valid Driving license and willingness to obtain and maintain SC and DV security clearance.

Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements.

**Company Contribution & Industry Information:**

In this role, you will be at the forefront of the defence and aerospace industry, contributing to the company's mission to provide decision advantage to mission partners globally. Your efforts will directly impact the safety and success of military operations worldwide, reinforcing the company's reputation as a trusted provider of high-security solutions.

**Location:**

This position is based in the UK, with significant on-site presence required to maximise team contribution and project success. The role also offers the flexibility of working hours, including a 1pm finish on Fridays.

**Take the Next Step:**

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a track record of driving engineering excellence, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that is shaping the future of global defence and security. Apply now to become the Systems Engineering Manager that will lead this company into its next chapter of success.

Don't miss out on this chance to make a real difference. Apply today and let's explore how your skills and ambitions can align with our mission.

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