Systems Engineering Lead

CV-LibraryMaidenheadpermanentPosted: 3 March 2026
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Step into a role that offers unparalleled career growth, the chance to work on cutting-edge defence projects, and the opportunity to be part of a team shaping the future of defence technology. This Systems Engineering Lead position is your chance to make a real impact in a forward-thinking company that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration. With a focus on delivering advanced solutions and capabilities, this is the perfect opportunity for an experienced professional to take their career to the next level while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the industry. What You Will Do: - Lead the Systems Engineering discipline for assigned programmes and projects, ensuring all technical and leadership responsibilities are met. - Define resource needs and delegate tasks to project teams, ensuring efficient delivery of work packages. - Develop and oversee technical solutions that align with customer requirements and industry standards. - Provide technical direction across programmes, ensuring optimal approaches and risk mitigations are implemented. - Manage customer and supplier relationships to define objectives and achieve project acceptance. - Deliver high-quality technical documentation and conduct design reviews to ensure project success. What You Will Bring: - A degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or significant industry experience. - Extensive knowledge of Systems Engineering practices, lifecycles, and standards such as ISO 15288. - Proven experience in developing and delivering technical solutions for complex engineering challenges. - Strong leadership of multi disciplined teams and line management experience, with the ability to mentor and guide team members. - Exceptional communication skills and experience in managing stakeholders and delivering technical presentations. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering advanced engineering solutions that support the company's mission to redefine defence technology. By driving innovation and ensuring technical excellence, you will help maintain the company's position at the forefront of the industry, contributing to its long-term success and impact. Location: This opportunity is based onsite in Maidenhead, there is flexibility with start + finish times Interested?: Don't miss your chance to take on this challenging and rewarding role. Apply now to become the Systems Engineering Lead and drive innovation in a company making a real difference in the world of defence technology. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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