At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering activities for armoured vehicle systems and manage technical requirements.
- Company: Leading defence organisation focused on innovative technology.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, hybrid working model, and potential contract extension.
- Other info: Dynamic role with collaboration across high-profile projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on defence technology and armoured vehicle capabilities.
- Qualifications: Experience in armoured vehicles, GEAR processes, and managing trials.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Engineering Manager with a passion for defence technology and a broad understanding of armoured vehicle systems? Our client, a leading defence organisation, is seeking a Spirals Engineering Manager to play a crucial role in advancing armoured vehicle capabilities through innovative system and requirements management. Based in Bristol, this role offers flexibility with a hybrid working model, working onsite three days a week. The contract is initially until 31 March 2027, with potential for extension, and offers a competitive day rate of up to £570 per day (inside IR35).
What you’ll be doing:
- Leading engineering activities related to assessment of Under Armour Track Tensioning and Composite Rubber Track technology
- Ensuring technical requirements align with user needs, considering cost, timeline, and retrofit feasibility
- Providing technical input into Spirals work‑packages within the joint schedule
- Identifying and managing technical hazards and project impacts, ensuring appropriate documentation and mitigation
- Collaborating with project managers to monitor schedule progress and risk assessments
- Leading Trials Management activities to support capability assessments
- Reviewing detailed trial specifications and post‑trial reports to inform decision‑making
- Supporting retrofit planning, incorporating cost and schedule impacts into evaluation processes
- Delivering technical recommendations for progressing UATT and CRT systems, supporting approval activities following programme decision points
What we’re looking for:
- Broad technical knowledge of armoured vehicles and land systems engineering
- Proven experience applying GEAR and system engineering processes in a complex environment
- Strong track record of providing technical advice and delivering successful engineering outcomes
- Experience managing trials and technical assessments is highly desirable
- Ability to work collaboratively across high‑profile, challenging projects with multiple stakeholders
If you thrive in dynamic, high‑stakes environments and are looking for a rewarding opportunity to influence defence technology, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent chance to contribute to cutting‑edge vehicle upgrades and capability assessments, supporting UK defence needs. We look forward to receiving your application.
Contact Details:
American Society of Civil Engineers Recruitment Team
