Systems engineering manager space industry

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space and Satellite sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris. They require a Systems Engineering Manager to lead a highly talented, passionate team on all space system engineering activities. #x202F;This role will have overarching management responsibility for the spacecraft systems team; ensuring everyone works together to deliver appropriate solutions, to schedule and cost, across all projects. #x202F; The company are fast-growing, and you will have the platform to expand on your experience and develop your skills further to enable your team to deliver amazing results and make a difference every day, by driving missions forward. Responsibilities for the Systems Engineering Manager: Leadership and technical mentoring to the systems engineering group. Line management of Systems Team Leads. Manage hiring on a permanent and temporary basis, including outsourcing etc. Review scoping and costing for new project work packages. Review and communicate work package, and other plans, within the group and to Project Managers, including any technical or schedule risks. Ensure the quality of standards and procedures within the Systems Group. Define, map and propose relevant processes and procedures. Provide input and guidance to the technology roadmap for Systems.Essential Skills required by the Systems Engineering Manager: Bachelor rsquo;s or Master rsquo;s degree in relevant engineering or scientific discipline. Excellent knowledge of systems engineering standards and space industry standards. The ability to appropriately tailor and adapt standard engineering practises to a lean and fast-paced engineering development environment. Working technical knowledge of various space- and ground- segment subsystems and specialist functions, particularly orbital mechanics and AOCS/GNC. 10+ years rsquo; experience of systems engineering within the commercial space industry. 5+ years rsquo; recent experience in a line management role. Experienced and enthusiastic people manager, with a focus on leading and building strong teams, able to put the team and plan interests first.Benefits: Competitive base salary Flexible working around core hours Hybrid working 9-day working fortnight 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday Life insurance and long-term sick pay Private healthcare (taxable benefit) If your skills and experience match this Systems Engineering Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to (url removed)