Project Engineering Team Lead

Project Engineer Team Lead – Electromagnetic Compatibility

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2‑3 days per week on‑site due to workload classification.

Security Clearance: British Citizen.

Copello is partnering with a leading defence organisation to appoint a Project Engineer Team Lead specialising in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Radiation Effects (RE).

This is a high‑impact leadership role, offering the opportunity to guide a team of specialists delivering critical support across complex defence programmes from early concept through to in‑service capability.

Working at the forefront of EMC strategy, design and validation, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring cutting‑edge defence technologies meet stringent electromagnetic environment requirements while driving innovation in digital proving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of Electromagnetic Compatibility and/or radiation effects within a defence context.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic engineering.
• The ability to manage activities on time, on cost and on quality, deploying key project‑management principles to ensure delivery success.
• A proactive, willing, helpful attitude and a calm professional manner, even when things change at the last minute.
• A clear passion for people management and development – investing in the growth of team members through feedback, training and mentorship.
• A high level of emotional intelligence, with the ability to help foster a positive, inclusive and supportive environment.

Please note SC Clearance must be obtainable for this position.

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