This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

This role is responsible for overall management of all full-time Engineering resources utilised across projects of responsibility (mix of Systems, Software, Hardware).

Skillset and Experience:

• Knowledge and experience in the broad discipline of Engineering Management of multi-discipline teams and work packages.
• Knowledge of the complete Engineering Lifecycle with experience of operating across the phases.
• Radar experience combined with strong problem-solving across technical areas.
• Experience of leading multi-disciplined teams of Engineers
• Budgetary responsibility and periodic reporting on projects and assigned work packages.

Any required qualifications:

• Degree, HND or HNC qualified in an engineering discipline or relevant experience.

Security Clearance requirements:

Eligibility for SC level security clearance is required – To be eligible for clearance you need to be a British National and have lived in the UK for the past 5 years with no breaks.

Location(s):

Cowes, IOW

Working hours and pattern:

Hybrid/on site

If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)