AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

HeadofElectronicsEngineering

£150–225k ~AI est. Portsmouth, United Kingdom FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Head of Electronics Engineering at AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited. Skills: People management, Electronics engineering, Radiation effects. Engage team members. Develop team members”

What You'll Achieve.

Increased profitability

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Risk management; Fact-driven decision-making

Eligibility Requirements

UK SC Security Clearance, 60% office based, Frequent travel initially, Bimonthly travel BAU

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proven leadership experience, Managing engineering teams, People development, Performance management, Deep understanding of Electrical components, Deep understanding of Electronic components, Deep understanding of Electromechanical components, Deep understanding of radiation effects on electronics, Experience working in international technical companies, Interacting with stakeholders

Nice to Have

Experience in Automotive domain, Experience in Aerospace domain, Experience in Space domain, Experience in Advanced Manufacturing domain, Experience in Pharmaceutical domain, Experience in Medical Technology domain, Experience in Railway domain, Experience in Infrastructure & Transportation domain, Experience in Aviation domain

What You'll Do.

Motivate team members

Achieve delivery on commitments

Ensure project integrity

Keep projects on track

Build trustful work environment

Build inclusive work environment

Promote collaboration

Promote fact-driven decision-making

Promote out-of-silos mindset

Identify opportunities

Escalate opportunities

Protect project timelines

Protect technical integrity

Encourage innovation culture

Encourage continuous improvement

Eliminate non-value-added activities

Contribute to profitability

Act as technical interface

Manage EEE parts topics

Manage Radiation topics

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; International teams

Communication Scope

Technical interface

Process & Methodology

Project integrity, Project timelines

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