Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsWork within a leading defence and security engineering environmentGain hands-on ownership of specialist hardware and complex test equipmentAbout Our ClientDirector Of Engineering: The client is a SME engineering organisation operating within the defence, aerospace and security sector. They design, develop and support highly complex, technology‑led systems across air, land, sea and space, working on long‑term, high‑integrity programmes that support national security and mission‑critical capability.Job DescriptionDirector Of Engineering:* Sets and owns the engineering strategy aligned to business and programme goals * Leads large, multi-disciplinary engineering teams across complex programmes * Provides governance for engineering quality, safety and technical assurance * Oversees design, development and lifecycle support of mission-critical systems * Works closely with executive stakeholders, customers and regulators * Drives innovation, continuous improvement and engineering best practice * Manages engineering risk, capability planning and succession development * Ensures compliance with regulatory, contractual and internal standardsThe Successful ApplicantDirector Of Engineering: * Senior engineering leader with experience in regulated, safety-critical sectors * Strong background in systems, hardware or complex product engineering * Proven track record of leading large engineering organisations * Commercially aware with experience supporting major programmes * Credible at executive level with internal and external stakeholders * Demonstrates strong governance, assurance and risk management capability * Experience operating in matrix environments * Degree qualified in Engineering or a related disciplineWhat's on OfferSalary of circa £100,000 to £125,000 plus excellent packageContactMark NorrishQuote job refJN-042026-7006832Phone number+44 118 955 9046Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorEngineering Design and R&DSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationSouthamptonContract typePermanentConsultant nameMark NorrishConsultant phone+44 118 955 9046Job referenceJN-042026-7006832
