Hiring Now: Systems Engineering Manager Near You – Apply Today!

Your Next Systems Engineering Manager Job Starts Here – Apply Now!

Systems Engineering Manager

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 72 - 82 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Engineering Manager 

Aerospace Industry 
AKA: Systems Engineering Manager

📍 Location: Yeovil
 🕒 Contract Duration: 6 months
 💰 Rate: £72 - £82 per hour (Inside IR35)
 📅 Start Date: ASAP (Dec 25 or Jan 26 ideally)
 🏢 Working Pattern: Onsite
 🧾 Clearance Required: BPSS

Top Skills Required

Senior stakeholder management
Project management
Diverse team leadership

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager (Engineering Management System) to lead the continued evolution and improvement of a large-scale engineering management system, supporting complex and regulated programmes within the aerospace and defence sector.
 
This is a high-profile leadership position within the engineering function, responsible for ensuring the consistent delivery of safe and compliant engineering products and services across diverse regulators and domains. The position reports directly into the Head of Safety, Airworthiness and Speciality Engineering and offers exposure to senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

Lead and drive the development and implementation of the Engineering Management System (EMS).
Develop and manage project schedules, baselines, deliverables and performance metrics.
Ensure effective technical compliance oversight across engineering activities.
Governance

Establish and maintain an engineering governance framework, aligning people, processes and tools.
Ensure consistent application of engineering standards and procedures.
Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders across engineering, quality and safety domains.
Facilitate collaboration and coherent implementation of engineering practices across teams and programmes.
Process Development

Design and implement engineering processes, manuals and tools to support business needs.
Coordinate subject matter experts to deliver integrated and efficient processes.
Training & Development

Identify skills and training gaps within the engineering community and work with department heads to address them.
Performance & Continuous Improvement

Manage engineering metrics, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support risk, issue and opportunity management activities.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven track record of leading complex engineering or systems projects.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
Experience in multidisciplinary team leadership and coordination.
Applied experience in Systems Engineering (e.g., requirements management, MBSE, verification & validation, governance and change management).
Understanding of Quality Assurance and continuous improvement within an engineering context.
Proficient IT skills and ability to manage data-driven performance metrics.
Collaborative approach to working with geographically dispersed and diverse teams.
Preferred Qualifications

Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Systems Engineering or related discipline.
Strong drive for action, resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

UK travel may be required occasionally.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
 We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website

Before You Apply

Do not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:

Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

You should not be asked for payment or irrelevant information. If you have concerns about a job advert or employer, seek guidance on how to proceed.

Looking for your next career move? Join a top company hiring Systems Engineering Manager job near me in Yeovil, Somerset! This is your chance to work on exciting projects, grow professionally, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to take the next step, this role offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills and make an impact. Don’t miss out—apply today via Vita CV and take your career to the next level!