Head of Engineering – Aerospace, Defence and Space – Hampshire

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for the engineering team.
• Collaborate with Product Line Management (PLM) to develop a technology strategy that aligns with growth targets, including intellectual property protection.
• Assess engineering capability requirements and create a team structure and plan to effectively implement the strategy.
• Oversee development programs from conception through to production introduction.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and communications to meet expectations and targets.
• Address design risks using appropriate tools such as FMEA and FTA.
• Supervise engineering designs, specifications, and control processes.
• Own the process design and implementation for all engineering and design processes and procedures.
• Oversee test engineering, including hardware and software design and support.
• Assist in quality investigations with engineering analyses and reports.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team to identify and approve capable suppliers.
• Develop skills and training plans to ensure the engineering team maintains necessary competencies.
• Incorporate EHS considerations and design-for-manufacture principles in product development and testing specifications.
• Ensure that the quality of engineering activities is a primary focus for the team, aligning with customer expectations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through process control, measurement, and improvement initiatives.
• Complete system transactions accurately and on time per reporting requirements.
• Adhere to all quality policies, practices, and procedures.
• Assist with operations as needed to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all safety procedures and equipment operation guidelines.
• Follow company protocols regarding timekeeping, absence reporting, record-keeping, and conduct.
• Observe environmental precautions and procedures, such as cleanroom standards, as required.
• Participate in meetings and workgroups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and stay informed about new products, requirements, SOPs, working practices, and policies.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned, including covering or deputizing for other managers or the General Manager when necessary.

Key Deliverables

• Deliver development projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Establish and maintain the product/technology strategy and roadmap.
• Control product costs effectively.
• Adhere to required standards (AS9100, BS9450, MIL Std, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Key Metrics

• Projects: On-time delivery and adherence to budget.
• Customer satisfaction: On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality, and cost metrics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven leadership in guiding engineering teams through change.
• Experience in electronics hardware, software, and control system design.
• Knowledge of hybrid design and/or mixed-signal test design is a plus.
• Proficient in program management for development projects.
• Familiarity with engineering processes (NPI, Configuration Management, etc.).
• Experience in the aerospace and defense sectors (AS9100, MIL Std, etc.).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build cross-functional relationships.
• Confident in presenting to both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organization and planning capabilities.
• Proficient in business software tools, including Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and ERP systems.

Requirements

Qualifications and Education

• Degree in electrical, electronic, or systems engineering.
• A postgraduate qualification (MBA or Master’s) is beneficial.

Addition Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday.
• Life Assurance.
• Pension Scheme.
• Medical Plan.