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Salary: £41,500 - 71,000 per year
Requirements: Proven experience leading the delivery of complex engineering or software development projects.Strong background managing software engineering programmes and multidisciplinary technical teams.Technically credible with a good understanding of C++ and FPGA development environments; hands-on development experience is not required.Experience delivering products throughout the full engineering lifecycle.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Excellent planning, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.Experience delivering projects within highly regulated or secure environments is desirable.Background in defence, aerospace, or advanced engineering programmes is desirable.Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies is desirable. Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex engineering projects across a portfolio of programmes.Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, including Software and FPGA Engineers.Provide technical leadership and direction throughout the project lifecycle.Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.Oversee engineering planning, resource allocation, and delivery priorities.Manage project risks, dependencies, and technical issues, escalating where appropriate.Work closely with Programme Managers, Engineering Managers, and key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.Mentor and support a small team of engineers, providing leadership and technical guidance.Drive collaboration across cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative technical solutions.Ensure engineering activities align with programme objectives, governance, and compliance requirements. Technologies: FPGASupportC++Hardware More:
We are hiring an experienced Engineering Manager for a high-profile engineering programme in Gloucestershire. This is a 6-month rolling contract starting as soon as possible, offering a rate of £600-650 per day inside IR35. We are looking for a technically credible leader to guide software and FPGA engineering teams in a secure environment, delivering complex products to a high standard. Candidates require an active SC clearance to start.
last updated 31 week of 2026