Engineering Manager – Air Sector Projects
Location: Preston or Hull (Hybrid – approx. 2 days onsite per week)
Salary: Up to £70,000 + bonus (depending on experience)
An industry leader in aerospace innovation is hiring Engineering Managers to join cutting-edge air defence programmes - from electric air vehicles to next-gen fighter jets.
These roles span across multiple grades and disciplines, with a focus on technical leadership and delivery in a highly regulated environment.
What you’ll be doing:
* Leading large engineering teams delivering complex solutions across full product lifecycles.
* Working on innovative platforms including autonomous systems, electric aviation, and international combat air programmes.
* Supporting improvements in how engineering is delivered across the business, helping shape future ways of working.
Driving engineering excellence in areas such as:
* Test & Evaluation
* Configuration Control
* Product Certification
* Requirements & Bid Management
What we're looking for:
* Proven experience leading engineering teams or multiple teams.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and people management skills.
* A background in a regulated industry (e.g., defence, nuclear, rail, automotive, aerospace).
* Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Systems, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, or Manufacturing Engineering.
Bonus if you have:
* Experience with model-based engineering tools.
* A STEM degree or are Chartered.
Benefits include:
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Generous annual leave
* Annual incentive plan
* Flexible working options
* Cycle2Work, EAP, employee discounts & more
Interested?
This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact role and work on some of the most advanced aerospace programmes in the world.
Contact Anna-Jane Murphy at Anson McCade to learn more on 02077806700
AMC/AJM/EMBPH
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting and Defense and Space Manufacturing
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