Control Systems Engineering manager

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION : Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE : Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE : UK-Security Check (SC) TRAVEL : Yes, 10% of the Time

Role :

The Engineering Manager for Control Systems (CS) is responsible for the functional excellence of the CS capability across the NG Defence Operating Unit. They lead and line manage the team to provide the capability required by the operating unit and is the primary point of contact for the function. The functional manager is responsible for the planning, directing and coordinating of the functional activities to meet agreed metrics (including schedule, budget, quality, technical performance) and in compliance to required processes and practices (e.g. company frameworks, processes, standards, export controls, etc). They will provide input to support the DOU engineering strategy and will be responsible for the delivery of CS initiatives linked to the strategy. They will also take a lead CS role within one or more programmes. As line manager, you will be expected to direct, motivate, influence and performance manage circa 4-10 engineers and engineering Managers.

Key Responsibilities

Resourcing and People Management

• Line Management of the CS engineers and Managers, ensuring safety of the team and that they are meeting the expectations of the Head of Engineering.
• Capability Management - Identification of capability needs in the CS function, gaps in current capability and building plans to fill these gaps.
• Career management of the CS function, organising internal / external training on capabilities, processes and tools.
• Resource management - Resource supply against demand management. Capacity planning and recruitment, outsource management.

Delivery

Competency / Skill requirements

Essential qualifications / experience

Developing Management plans for development and in-service systems and executing plan to cost and schedule.

Preferred qualifications / experience / knowledge

Other requirements

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

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