Engineering Manager

Holt Executive
West Sussex, United Kingdom
Today
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
22 Jun 2026 (Today)

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays Private medical insurance Pension scheme (up to 7% employer contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) Group income protection Flexible benefits (dental, healthcare cash plan, gym, cycle to work) Employee Assistance Programme Subsidised restaurant On-site parking with EV charging Learning & development opportunities

We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to take charge of complex work packages for next-generation flight simulators.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of flight simulation, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that advanced software-driven systems are delivered on time, to specification, and in compliance with aerospace standards.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have proven success managing technical projects, and are passionate about shaping the future of aerospace training, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

Lead cross-functional engineering teams with a strong emphasis on software development, testing, and integration.

Take full ownership of work packages, ensuring delivery against scope, budget, and timelines.

Oversee the delivery of software components for flight simulators, ensuring seamless integration with hardware and systems.

Implement robust technical governance frameworks to ensure compliance with aerospace software standards.

Drive risk management throughout the development lifecycle, mitigating issues before they impact delivery.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external customers to align on requirements, milestones, and deliverables.

What We’re Looking For

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace, or a related discipline.

Proven experience as a Work Package Owner, Delivery Manager, Programme Manager, or Technical Lead within aerospace or simulation projects.

Strong understanding of engineering lifecycles, including development, verification, validation, and integration.

Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Excellent project management, technical governance, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Background in flight simulation, avionics, or complex aerospace software systems is highly desirable.

Knowledge of aerospace software standards is highly desirable.

Why Join?

Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)

Private medical insurance (with family cover options)

Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Life assurance (4x salary, up to 10x available)

Group income protection

Flexible benefits including dental, healthcare cash plan, gym membership & cycle to work

Wellbeing and mental health support (Employee Assistance Programme)

Subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV charging

Excellent learning & development opportunities

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

If you’re ready to take ownership of high-impact engineering projects, apply now!

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