At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering teams and manage complex projects to deliver innovative solutions.
- Company: Dynamic aerospace and defence company with a focus on cutting-edge engineering.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, professional growth, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Must hold Active SC Clearance and be a British national.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the aerospace sector while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project engineering and a strong background in complex systems.
This role sits within an Integrated Project Team, where you will take ownership of engineering delivery across complex systems, ensuring outputs meet customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements while balancing cost, schedule, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams
- Own and structure engineering work packages (WBS)
- Plan, schedule, and deliver engineering activities across the lifecycle
- Drive delivery across design, development, integration, and validation
- Manage stakeholders, suppliers, and internal engineering functions
- Implement and track KPIs to measure engineering performance
Requirements
- Proven experience as an Engineering Work Package Manager or Project Engineering Lead/Manager
- Strong background in aerospace, defence, or complex engineering systems
- Demonstrated ownership of engineering delivery (cost, schedule, performance)
- Experience with WBS, planning, and structured delivery frameworks
- Solid understanding of the full engineering lifecycle and system integration
If this aligns with your experience, apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Due to the nature of this project, the successful candidate must be eligible or hold Active SC Clearance and be sole a British national.
Project Engineering Manager in Bedford employer: RC Fornax
RC Fornax is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, ideal for Senior Test Engineers looking to make a significant impact in the field of electro-optical verification. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer continuous training opportunities and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a dynamic workplace that values creativity and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
