Sonobuoys Project Engineering Lead

Skills
Computer-Aided DesignEngineering ManagementMechanical EngineeringProcess EngineeringProgrammesProject EngineeringSC
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Experience in engineering management and team leadership
  • Foundation in Systems Engineering with understanding of Software Engineering
  • Background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Producing engineering schedules with dependencies
  • Engineering estimation skills
  • Management of risks, assumptions, issues, decisions, and opportunities
  • Eligibility for SC clearance

Nice to have

  • Sonar awareness
  • Work Package Management experience

Day to day

  • Establish yourself as the Sonobuoys Project Engineering Lead
  • Manage engineering activities for Sonobuoys Production projects ensuring project scope is achieved within timescales and budget
  • Bridge both in-service production and support and development of product enhancements

Hiring process

  • Informal video call with the Head of Systems Engineering exploring functional suitability and business/strategic fit
  • On-site interview with the Sonobuoys Project Manager and Systems Design Authority focusing on project suitability and team fit