At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering projects and tackle real-world challenges in defence and security.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive benefits, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in project engineering and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
At Leonardo, we solve real-world engineering challenges, designing and developing mission-critical solutions that power some of the world’s most advanced defence and security systems.
We are recruiting for a range of Project Engineering Leads (PEL). Based on your skills and experience, we’ll match you to the most impactful projects where you can thrive and grow.
- Manage and assess reported system-level issues captured during lab testing, integration and flight trials.
- Lead technical investigations and re-design activities in line with project priorities.
- Produce effective, efficient and realistic plans to deliver the solution and communicate these to Engineering Management to ensure forward load is correct and resources are available.
- Ensure effective implementation of the company's Lifecycle Management process and project engineering processes are followed.
- Work closely with the Engineering Management team and Chief Engineers to make and enact decisions quickly within the project.
- Establish and maintain good lines of communication across the project, engineering disciplines and engineering management.
- Lead and motivate a multi-discipline engineering team.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience of working across different stages of the engineering lifecycle.
- Experience of following a system change management process.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with engineers, managers, subject matter experts and customers.
- Good practical experience of using requirements management tools such as DOORS.
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.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. 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
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