At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a multi-disciplined team to enhance AESA Radar Products and ensure timely project delivery.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in defence electronics with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive health support, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Opportunities for travel and a strong focus on inclusion and diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence technology while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electronics or related field and experience leading engineering teams.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Leonardo is a global leader in defence electronics and delivers mission critical systems for situational awareness, electronic warfare and surveillance across land, sea and air. As a Project Engineering Lead (PEL) in the Radar and Advanced Targeting sector you will manage a multi-disciplined team tasked with the ongoing sustainment and improvement of AESA Radar Products. You will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager (PEM), Chief Engineer (CE) and Project Manager (PM) to provide leadership and delivery within this sector.
It is anticipated that the successful candidate will have a first degree or higher qualification in Electronics or a related discipline.
- Proven experience of leading a team of multi-disciplined engineers and supporting functions across multiple projects and disciplines to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery to time and schedule.
- Strategic Planning and resourcing to meet business demands.
- Engineering focal point for the AESA Radar Product Integrated Project Teams throughout the product lifecycle.
- Knowledge of a typical Engineering lifecycle process and business processes.
- A willingness to travel within the UK, and possibly overseas.
- Familiarity with electronic systems design and operation.
- Familiarity with Software, Hardware, Firmware and integration.
Security Clearance.
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Hybrid
