Hardware Team Leader

Hardware Team Leader | Tonbridge, United Kingdom | On-site | £60,000 per annum This employer is a globally recognised leader in advanced technology, delivering critical defence, aerospace, and security solutions. They are committed to pioneering progress and protecting what matters most, offering opportunities for careers that shape a safer future through innovation and expertise on a global scale. The Role • Provide managerial and technical leadership to a team of hardware engineers supporting production programs. • Manage work packages, including cost, schedule, risk, and opportunities. • Ensure the engineering team effectively supports production program demands. • Uphold technical governance and ensure adherence to company processes. • Lead cost and performance trade-off analyses. What You'll Need • Proven track record of high performance in leading and managing engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle. • Experience with cost and planning management tools, solution optimization, and work package control. • Demonstrated ability to identify improvements in working practices and team skill development, focusing on failure reduction and Mean Down Time Between Failures (MDBF). • Experience with safety-critical systems and requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) is desirable. • Experience with work-package management tools (e.g., MSP, JIRA) is desirable. What's On Offer • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, innovative projects within a multidisciplinary team. • Career progression within a leading industry. • A supportive culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. • Lifelong learning and development opportunities. Apply via Haystack today!