Hardware Team Leader

Hardware Team Leader | Sheerness, United Kingdom | On-site | Circa £60,000 per annum This employer is a leading force in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors, known for developing advanced, technology-led solutions that shape a safer future. They offer a global colleague network where individuals are trusted to make a significant impact on pioneering progress. The Role • Provide managerial and technical leadership to an electronics design team supporting production programs. • Oversee work package management, including cost, schedule, risk, and opportunities. • Ensure the engineering team effectively supports production program demands. • Exercise technical governance and enforce adherence to company processes. • Lead cost and performance trade-off analyses. What You'll Need • Proven experience in the leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle. • Demonstrable experience with cost and planning management tools, optimizing solutions, and product design work package control. • Experience in identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development, focusing on failure reduction (e.g., MDBF). • Desirable experience with safety-critical systems and requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) or work-package management tools (e.g., MSP, JIRA). What's On Offer • Opportunity to work on innovative, cutting-edge projects within the defence and aerospace industry. • Career progression within a highly experienced and diverse team. • A supportive culture committed to inclusivity and building an environment where everyone can thrive. • Recognition for contributions, with rewards tailored to individual and family needs, promoting financial and personal wellbeing. Apply via Haystack today!