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This is a unique opportunity to provide technical leadership and control of the design standards for the LDEW Beam Director product area, ensuring that Engineering development work is co-ordinated, and assisting Project Engineering teams in technical delivery by providing expert advice and guidance. The Advanced Targeting sector is at the forefront of emerging LDEW technology, and the Beam Director product line is strategically critical, underpinning future manufacturing revenue.\nWhat you will do as Project Chief Engineer\nEnsure that customer requirements are properly defined and fully met, and that customer expectations are fully managed.\nStrive to ensure that each design is efficient, produceable, safe, robust, and works in its environment.\nBe the primary technical Point-of-Contact for external customers, Business Winning activities, and other business areas within the company.\nBe responsible for ensuring that the Engineering team captures and records the rationale and supporting analyses for all major design decisions.\nBe accountable for the quality of Key Performance Parameter tracking throughout the product lifecycle.\nBe accountable for Design Review and test strategy quality and coverage.\nBe responsible for ensuring the quality of the product certification evidence, and compliance with regulatory and Safety standards.\nBe responsible for ensuring the resolution/sentencing of technical non-compliances and Safety Arisings.\nWork with the Project Engineering Manager/Leads to resolve technical or programme conflicts.\nSupport the Capability function to develop and maintain product & technology road maps, and Intellectual Property.\nCoach and mentor other Engineers, to support their career development.\nProvide SME support to Design Reviews and technical investigations for other AT products.\nWhat you’ll bring\nYou really must have:\nExperience in technical leadership across all phases of the Engineering lifecycle.\nExtensive experience in more than one engineering domain, with proven customer delivery performance.\nA keen eye for the bigger picture in product development and strong understanding of the product development lifecycle and risk management.\nVery high levels of customer focus and understanding of customer needs over and above written requirements.\nExperience of Chairing or providing SME assessments to Design Reviews.\nUnderstanding and demonstrated experience of formal problem-solving techniques.\nProven ability to adapt to changing circumstances and requirements.\nA first-degree STEM qualification or equivalent as recognised by professional accreditation scheme.\nIt would be great if you had:\nDesign Authority experience for products or systems.\nExperience in the design, characterisation and manufacture of Beam Directors.\nSubject Matter Expertise in Laser and/or Electro-Optical systems.\nThis is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.\nSecurity Clearance\nThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting\nWhy join us\nAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.\nTime to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.\nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.\n Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).\nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.\nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.\nRefer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.\nTailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.\nFlexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.\nFor a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.\nLeonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.\nAt Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. 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