Head of Engineering

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) and be willing to undergo the necessary security vetting process. Please refer to our security clearance guide. About Us At Steatite, we design, manufacture, and supply advanced technology solutions — from industrial embedded computing and custom lithium battery packs to secure communications, antennas, and imaging systems. Our innovations operate in some of the world’s most demanding environments. From the ocean floor to the edge of space, Steatite technology ensures critical systems perform reliably, consistently, and safely — 24/7. Whether enabling scientific discovery in extreme conditions, transmitting high-bandwidth data across challenging terrain, processing vast volumes of traffic data, or supporting secure transactions on the move, our solutions are built to perform when it matters most. From day one, you will be part of an organisation that prioritises your safety and wellbeing, values your contribution, and is committed to making your career both rewarding and impactful. Shape the Future of Engineering at Steatite Antennas. Lead exceptional engineering talent. Drive technical excellence. Shape the future of advanced engineering solutions. At Steatite Antennas, we are entering an exciting phase of development, building on our established expertise in high-performance RF antennas to deliver increasingly sophisticated, integrated engineering solutions for demanding defence, civil and test applications. As part of Solid State Group, we combine specialist RF and mechanical engineering expertise with in-house manufacturing and testing capabilities, delivering innovative solutions for land, naval and airborne environments. We are now creating a pivotal new position within our senior leadership team: Head of Engineering. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished engineering leader to take ownership of our engineering function, develop talented technical specialists and shape the processes, capabilities and culture that will support our future growth. Reporting directly to the General Manager and joining the Business Unit Senior Leadership Team, you will have genuine influence over engineering strategy, investment priorities, operational performance and the development of our people. We are looking for an accomplished engineering leader who combines strong technical credibility with the vision, experience and leadership capability to inspire talented engineering teams, drive technical excellence and shape the future of our engineering function. This is a full-time, predominantly site-based position at our Leominster facility, providing the opportunity to work closely with our engineering teams and wider business functions, with UK and international travel as required. The Opportunity You will lead a multidisciplinary engineering function spanning RF, mechanical engineering, test and verification, working closely with our Chief RF Engineer, Chief Mechanical Engineer and Test, Measurement and Verification Lead. Your focus will be on creating an environment where engineering excellence translates into consistent, high quality delivery, ensuring our teams have the leadership, resources and processes needed to succeed. You will strengthen engineering capability, champion effective ways of working and ensure that complex customer programmes are supported by clear priorities, robust technical governance and strong cross-functional collaboration. Equally importantly, you will help shape our journey from delivering individual antenna products towards increasingly integrated subsystems and systems, ensuring our engineering capabilities continue to evolve alongside customer requirements and business ambitions. What You Will Be Responsible For Leading