Engineering Manager

Company:  SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
Location: Maidenhead
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Engineering Manager – UAV / Aerospace Systems – Maidenhead


We’re looking for an Engineering Manager to lead multidisciplinary avionics and robotics teams developing advanced UAV and autonomous aircraft systems.


This role combines technical leadership with people management, helping shape engineering capability while supporting the delivery of complex aerospace programmes. You'll work across avionics, embedded systems, robotics, and systems engineering, ensuring solutions are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.


Skills & Experience:


Essential:

  • Previous experience leading engineering teams within aerospace, robotics, or embedded systems environments
  • Strong technical background in avionics, embedded systems, robotics, or related disciplines
  • Understanding of systems engineering principles and engineering lifecycle management
  • Experience working within regulated or safety-critical environments
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Experience with verification, validation, and testing methodologies
  • Ability to lead technical decision-making across complex engineering programmes


Desirable:

  • Degree in Engineering or related discipline (Masters advantageous)
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Knowledge of aerospace standards such as DO-178, DO-254, ISO, or IEC frameworks
  • Programme or project delivery experience
  • UAV, autonomous systems, or aerospace platform experience


Additional Information:

  • Berkshire-based
  • 9-day fortnight
  • Bonus scheme + share incentive plan
  • Healthcare cash plan and enhanced benefits package
  • Opportunity to lead engineering capability within a growing UAV and autonomous systems business
  • Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance

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