Engineering Delivery Manager

East Sussex
Circa £80,000 + benefits

Hybrid Working - 3-days on-site

We are partnering with a global defence and technology leader to recruit an Engineering Delivery Manager for high‑profile avionics computing programme based in East Sussex. This is a key role within a fast‑growing organisation that is experiencing significant success and long‑term demand across its portfolio.

In this position, you will take ownership of the engineering development and delivery for a complex, multi‑disciplinary programme deployed across a broad range of aircraft platforms. You will guide engineering activities across hardware, software, firmware and systems disciplines, ensuring technical excellence and on‑time delivery for critical defence customers.

Key Skills:

Proven experience as an Engineering Delivery Manager, Project Lead Engineer or similar role, leading multi‑discipline engineering teams spanning Systems, Hardware and Software.
Strong track record of delivering technically complex engineering projects.
Background in defence, aerospace or other complex engineering environments.
Professional registration (Chartered Engineer) is desirable, but not essential. The organisation actively supports engineers working towards chartership.
Experience or aptitude for line management. You will oversee a small team of engineers and support their development.Why Join?

A rare opportunity to join a market leader in the defence sector during a period of major growth and long‑term programme stability.
Newly refurbished, state‑of‑the‑art offices offering a modern and collaborative working environment.
A people‑focused, supportive culture with a strong sense of team identity and shared purpose.
Excellent long‑term career prospects, with clear pathways for Engineering Delivery Managers to progress into senior leadership roles.Benefits

Highly competitive annual bonus structure
9-day fortnight and flexible working
6 x Life Assurance
Heavily discounted Private Medical and Health Benefits
18% total pension contributions