Chief Engineer in Kent

Chief Engineer Leidos heritage companies pioneered the development of air traffic control systems in the United States more than 50 years ago. Today our systems handle 75% of the air traffic in the U.S. and approximately 60% of the world’s air traffic. As a Chief Engineer we will lead technical teams, influence strategic projects, and drive delivery of innovative solutions in air traffic management. An experienced Chief Engineer is required who leads and/or manages the work of other technical staff, with a significant impact on the portfolio’s results and outputs. The successful candidate will be a natural self‑starter and team motivator, guiding the technical team to deliver on Leidos commitments. Core Skills And Behaviours Drives the team towards delivery by shaping and encouraging the team to achieve outcomes Significant experience in delivery of complex technical deliverables, preferably in Air Traffic Management using a diverse engineering and technology team Significant experience in breaking down technical deliveries into manageable and trackable parts Experience in lifecycle methodologies, technical governance and technical solutions relevant to Air Traffic Management Knowledge of current operational Air Traffic Management systems and future direction of the industry Experience of technical business analysis or systems engineering, including requirements management and Model-Based Systems Engineering Experience of large‑scale integrations, service oriented architecture and key technologies Keen technical advocate and self‑learner up to date with the latest technology and innovations; encourages and inspires those around them Required Skills Concept of Operations Development Test Engineering Requirements Management Requirements Analysis Excel Workbook Microsoft Visio Microsoft Office Technical Planning Technical Management Life Cycle Cost Analysis Data Architecture Performance Analysis Configuration Management Modelling and Simulation Trade Studies Technical Decision Making Risk Management Stakeholder Management Systems Integration Systems Architecting Degree Bachelor\’s Degree Master\’s Degree Work Experience Engineering – Testing and Quality Assurance Engineering – System Integration Engineering – Systems Location Bristol, England, United Kingdom Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Government Administration and IT Services and IT Consulting Commitment to Diversity We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Pay Range £74,700.00 – £98,300.00 Pay and Benefits Contributory Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) #J-18808-Ljbffr