Software Engineering/ Programme/ Department Manager (Embedded Software, Aerospace, Power). This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a growing team of 15 Engineers responsible for an assigned software section. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership and people management experience within a technical engineering background.
Responsibilities:
* Provide leadership and technical direction for Sub-Section programme tasks and personnel
* Establish goals for Sub-Section staff, within framework of Software technical and financial objectives
* Maintain full awareness of efforts within sub-section to assure technical quality excellence, on-time and to budget completion of work and reviews, appropriate use of resources, and responsiveness to customer / programme needs
* Manage resource supply and demand for Sub-Section, including recruitment of permanent staff, placement of work at global sites and outsource of work packages to suppliers
* Support recruitment and training of apprentices, placements (interns) and graduates, to ensure pipeline of software staff
* Facilitate communication of technical and business information between organisations and within Sub-Section
* Communicate with management on technical, organisational, resource and staff issues
* Define roles and responsibilities for sub-section staff
* Conduct appraisals, performance management and participate in salary planning
* Promote professional growth through timely performance feedback, coaching and counselling
* Provide support council and recommendations to Software Section management
* Ensure company compliance initiatives and training requirements are implemented within Sub-Section
Key Requirements:
* Degree from an accredited university/college or equivalent level of knowledge or experience
* Direct line management and/or programme/project leadership within an engineering environment
* Software team management/organization experience
* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
* Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Ability to guide and influence others
Benefits:
*Exciting and a variety of leading edge technology.
*Good opportunities for career development, regular reviews and career planning.
*Pension Scheme.
*Flexible Benefits
*Excellent Relocation Package.
*Share Option Scheme
*Good location and working environment.
Successful applicants will be required to obtain UK MOD security clearance prior to appointment.
