At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex technical projects with excellence.
- Company: Dynamic defence organisation focused on employee growth and development.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, excellent benefits, and a rewarding package.
- Other info: Opportunity for career development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Shape successful project outcomes and drive engineering excellence in a hands-on leadership role.
- Qualifications: Experience in systems engineering and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Copello are partnering with a defence organisation who put a huge amount of emphasis and effort into developing their people. If you are looking for a company that will support your growth and career development this is the perfect opportunity.
We’re seeking an experienced Systems Engineering Manager to lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering complex, high-impact technical projects. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive engineering excellence across the full project lifecycle—ensuring delivery meets cost, schedule, and quality expectations.
The Role
You’ll take ownership of engineering delivery across one or more projects, coordinating teams and ensuring a structured, robust systems engineering approach is applied throughout. Acting as a key interface between technical teams, stakeholders, and customers, you’ll play a critical role in shaping successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage engineering delivery across multiple projects
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and allocate work packages effectively
- Ensure adherence to a structured systems engineering lifecycle
- Own engineering scope, schedule, budget, and risk management
- Oversee delivery of engineering artefacts to required quality and governance
System Engineering Manager employer: Copello
Join a forward-thinking defence organisation in Maidenhead that prioritises employee development and career progression. With a strong emphasis on engineering excellence and a collaborative work culture, you will have the opportunity to lead multi-disciplinary teams on impactful projects while enjoying a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. This is not just a job; it's a chance to grow your skills and make a meaningful contribution in a supportive environment.
