Project Engineer – (Engineering Lead)

Want to help shape the future of defence in the electromagnetic battlespace?At Leonardo, you’ll contribute to the development of innovative, cutting-edge capabilities for UK and export customers while benefiting from flexible working arrangements that support a healthy balance between business requirements and individual needs.As part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will play a key role in defining, developing and delivering next-generation defence systems.You will contribute directly to some of the UK’s most advanced land-based defence capabilities, including Land Electronic Warfare, Counter-Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS) and next-generation Counter Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (RC-IED) equipment and solutions. Lead a multi-disciplined engineering team n Work closely with project managers and project engineering managers to deliver engineering outputs against agreed time, cost and performance targets. Develop clear and relevant engineering plans, establish key milestones, and identify risks, opportunities and interdependencies. Review engineering progress across projects and adapt plans as required to mitigate risks to cost, schedule or performance. Prepare and communicate monthly engineering status reports for assigned projects to the Head of Engineering Projects. Coordinate engineering inputs into bids and proposals as part of the business-winning process. Form part of the multi-functional management team within the Integrated Project Team (IPT) and represent Engineering at weekly and monthly progress and reporting meetings as required.An innovative and forward-thinking approach to solving complex engineering challenges n Educated to a degree level in an engineering or related science based subject (essential)n Previous experience of managing and/or leading multi-disciplined engineering teams, taking responsibility for schedule and budget (essential)n Strong understanding and proven track record of engineering lifecycles and processes (essential)n Experience of working on the development of hardware electronics, firmware, mechanical and software based products (Essential)n Security ClearanceWe offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. Contract Type:PermanentHybrid Working:Hybrid…