At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams and manage complex project deliveries.
- Company: Dynamic aerospace and defence company in Luton with a collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, professional growth, and a chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Must hold Active SC Clearance and be a British national.
- Why this job: Take ownership of engineering delivery and make a difference in complex systems.
- Qualifications: Experience in aerospace or defence engineering and strong project management skills.
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 Luton employer: RC Fornax
RC Fornax is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Greater London. Employees benefit from competitive remuneration, comprehensive training programmes, and opportunities for professional growth while working on impactful defence projects that contribute to national security. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your career development in a meaningful way.
