Job Title: Deputy Chief Engineer
Location: Dorset (Hybrid / Flexible Working Available)
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)
About the Role
Working as an agency partner for a leading global defense and maritime innovator, we are seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to support the Submarine Systems Division.
Working alongside key divisional leaders, you will drive the application of the Engineering Lifecycle, own solution and technology roadmaps, oversee architectural design, and mentor a team of System Design Authorities (SDAs).
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership: Chair technical reviews, oversee system specifications, and sanction architectural design solutions across the product portfolio.
Strategy & Innovation: Drive technology roadmaps, monitor emerging market trends, and identify candidate solution options for complex customer requirements.
Customer & Product Support: Collaborate with Product Managers on opportunity roadmaps and support SDAs on complex customer programs.
Team Leadership & Line Management: Line manage, mentor, and resource-plan for System Design Authorities within the division.
Key Requirements & Background
Strong background as a Systems Thinker with experience across system modeling, requirements management, system design, or product lifecycles.
Technical domain expertise in one or more of the following:
Sonar/seismic arrays, acoustic/RF systems, or sensor signal processing
Real-time systems, decision support, or industrial automation & control
Towed arrays, cable handling, or electric actuation systems
Weapon, countermeasure, or safety systems
Modeling, simulation, or future submarine design concepts
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
What's on Offer
Opportunity to work at the forefront of defense and maritime engineering.
Flexible working patterns (part-time, condensed hours, or full-time) to support work-life balance
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