Design Manager

Design/Simulation Manager - Up to £60,000 + bonus, healthcare & pension
Kidderminster/West Midlands
Full-time | Permanent, Hybrid working available

Our client is seeking a Design/Simulation Manager to lead their experienced team of Stress Engineers, Modelling & Simulation Engineers & Ballistics Engineers. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of advanced propulsion projects, drive innovation, and support the in further defence capabilities.

As the Design/Simulation Manager, you will be responsible for managing the design analysis and configuration documentation teams. You will play a key role in leading the design, stress, and ballistic analysis of new and existing related components. This is a strategic and technical leadership role where you'll guide project delivery, process improvement, and future capability development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of design analysts and documentation engineers to deliver high-quality, compliant outputs on time and to specification.
  
• Plan and prioritise team activities to meet immediate and mid-term project goals.
  
• Drive improvements in Roxel's simulation and analysis capability.
  
• Ensure accurate ballistic and structural analysis of propulsion systems.
  
• Support R&D, concept development, and bid-phase activities.
  
• Lead technical investigations and customer engagements.
  
• Oversee design documentation and maintain configuration integrity.
  
• Support talent development, training, and succession planning within the team.
  
• Formal qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) in Physics, Applied Mathematics or a relevant Engineering discipline.
  
  Essential skills:
  
• Leading technical teams or engineering projects.
  
• Simulation, ballistic modelling, or stress analysis.
  
• Aerospace, defence, or rocket propulsion design.
  
• Configuration management and engineering documentation.
  
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
  
• High attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  
  Desirable Skills
  
• Experience with aerospace or defence standards.
  
• Familiarity with environmental testing (vibration, thermal, etc.).
  
• Use of simulation tools and product modelling techniques (e.g. FEA).
  
• Exposure to customer design reviews or regulatory bodies.
  
  If you are prioritising your career development and looking for long term security this will be the role for you.
  
  All applicants must be eligible for an SC Clearance