Engineering Delivery Manager

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrows worldtoday. Join us and start building tomorrows world today! Job Description Lead the delivery of complex engineering programmes supporting advanced defence systems and technologies. Join ALTEN Ltd as an Engineering Delivery Manager, where youll take ownership of multidisciplinary engineering activities, driving delivery across the full lifecycle from concept through to validation and acceptance. Youll act as the focal point for engineering leadership, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards, while working closely with customers, partners and internal teams in a highly regulated environment. Location: Belfast On-site:On Site presence is required. Seniority: Manager / Principal Level Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the engineering strategy, planning and delivery across the full project lifecycle Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring alignment to time, cost and quality objectives Oversee requirements, integration, verification and validationactivities to ensure robust, low-risk delivery Manage engineering governance including design reviews, certification and technical approvals Coordinate engineering activities across internal teams, suppliers and partners, resolving risks and technical challenges Support programme leadership with risk, opportunity and stakeholder management throughout delivery Qualifications Required Skills Proven experience in engineering delivery or project leadership within defence, aerospace or safety-critical environments Strong background managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex system development Experience delivering solutions across the full systems or engineering lifecycle (requirements to V&V) Ability to manage technical risk, cost and schedule within structured programme environments Strong stakeholder management skills across customers, suppliers and internal teams Soft Skills & Collaboration Confident leader with strong decision-making capability Excellent communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholders Collaborative approach with the ability to influence and align teams Proactive, delivery-focused mindset Required Qualifications Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience. Desirable Skills Experience defining engineering strategy, WBS and delivery frameworks Knowledge of systems engineering principles and governance processes Experience working with international teams, partners or customers Background in complex system integration or large-scale programmes Familiarity with regulated or safety-critical standards and environments Additional Information Why join us? We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, youll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today. In short you get: A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries Private MedicalInsurance Cycle& Tech Scheme Employee assistance programme Life insurance & Pension Scheme Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent) We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

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