BAE Systems
Engineering Manager - Power & Propulsion
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Engineering Manager - Power & Propulsion
Engineering Manager - Power & Propulsion
Location: Scotstoun, other UK BAE Systems sites (hybrid working) with quarterly to monthly travel to Scotstoun or other UK sites Salary: Up to £64,500, plus bonus scheme (depending on skills and experience)
About BAE Systems
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of an impactful global organisation. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll leverage your unique skills to pioneer advancements in defence, aerospace, and security. This role will allow you to deliver cutting-edge technology-led solutions, shaping a safer future for everyone.
From the depths of the ocean to space exploration, a career here offers endless possibilities.
Role Overview
As Engineering Manager – Power & Propulsion, you’ll provide technical leadership, management expertise, and engineering oversight across the River Class Destroyer (RCD) Programme, focusing on Power and Propulsion. Your work will ensure complex, high-stakes systems meet cost, quality, schedule, and performance requirements, collaborating across stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.
Core Responsibilities
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Technical & Delivery Leadership:
- Lead the Power & Propulsion discipline, ensuring design maturity, requirements compliance, and seamless system/compartment integration to time, quality, and cost standards.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and resolve technical conflicts to achieve successful system integration.
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Stakeholder & Supplier Management:
- Manage suppliers throughout the lifecycle, from technical specification & contract award to design reviews, integration, and final delivery.
- Develop and maintain detailed delivery plans, assess risks/performance, and provide clear governance and stakeholder communication.
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Design & Execution:
- Drive design development & programme execution through 3D model reviews, layout development, issue resolution, and milestone achievement.
- Liaise with internal (e.g., design teams, build yards) and external stakeholders (e.g., prime contractors) for end-to-end design lifecycle management.
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Team Leadership & Culture:
- Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing engineering team, focusing on coaching, DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion), and continuous improvement.
- Hold teams accountable for planning, task assignment, and progress reporting, fostering a professional and inclusive environment.
Key Requirements
- Technical Expertise:
- In-depth understanding of power generation and propulsion system design, with proven experience in requirements compliance, schedule/performance tracking, and risk management.
- Leadership & Team Management:
- Ability to align goals, coach talent, drive change, and track performance against time/quality/cost metrics.
- Conflict Resolution & Decision-Making:
- Deliver complex engineering solutions to rigorous specifications by resolving conflicts, managing trade-offs, and negotiating outcomes.
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Exceptional skills in influencing, negotiating, and collaborating with technical teams, IPT lead, and customers.
- Professional Registration:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, with Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or on track for registration.
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Why Join the Power and Propulsion Team?
- Partner with a trusted engineer team at the forefront of the River Class Destroyer Programme, owning the entire propulsion train (gas turbines, gearboxes, shaft lines, couplings, and sheaths).
- Work in a fast-paced, result-driven environment, leveraging your independence with firm expert support.
- Be responsible for critical shipboard systems that underpin mission success.
How You’ll Thrive at BAE Systems
Career & Culture
- Build a purpose-driven career with lifelong learning and meaningful impact, supported by tailored rewards and recognition.
- Enjoy a balanced lifestyle, flexible rewards (financial, family, personal wellbeing), and a sustainable workplace culture.
- Feel belonging, empowered, and proud of your contributions.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Join an organisation where diversity strengthens teams and every voice is heard.
- A commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive environment for all colleagues.
Security & Export Controls
- Important Notice: Security and export restrictions apply. Certain roles require UK residency checks (e.g., 5–10 years for higher-level vetting) depending on specific criteria.
- Baseline Personnel Security Standard is mandatory for all applicants.
Closing Dates & Application Timeline
Closing Date: 16th July 2023 Applications may close early if sufficient candidates are received. Early submission is encouraged.
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