Senior Manager - Systems Engineering

• A major international engineering organisation in a highly regulated environment
• Shape technical strategy and develop the next generation of engineers.

About Our Client

Senior Manager - Systems Engineering, Reading: The client is a major international engineering organisation delivering advanced technologies and integrated systems for highly regulated applications. Its Berkshire facility supports complex programmes requiring strong technical governance, multidisciplinary engineering expertise and close collaboration with customers, suppliers and programme teams.

Job Description

Senior Manager - Systems Engineering, Reading:

• Lead the development and integration of complex engineering systems.
• Leads, manages and develops a multidisciplinary Systems Engineering team.
• Sets the systems engineering strategy, technical direction and priorities.
• Oversees requirements, system architecture, integration and technical delivery.
• Leads verification and validation activity across complex programmes.
• Drives model-based systems engineering and digital engineering practices.
• Chairs technical reviews and resolves complex engineering issues and risks.
• Manage project timelines and ensure adherence to technical requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address engineering challenges.
• Oversee system testing, validation and troubleshooting processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within systems engineering practices.

The Successful Applicant

Senior Manager - Systems Engineering, Reading:

• A strong background in systems engineering within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Proven experience leading engineering projects and teams.
• Experience in defence, aerospace, madical devices or other highly regulated environment
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of compliance standards and industry regulations.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Technical expertise relevant to systems engineering and integration.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary between £80000 and £100000, dependent on the level of experience.