Chief engineer – rf/antennas

Reference: NES027893-SV-1 An industry-leading organization operating within the defence and aerospace sector is seeking a highly experienced Chief Engineer: Mechanical to drive technical excellence and innovation. This strategic leadership role is ideal for a recognized subject matter expert in structural design and mechanical engineering who is passionate about developing advanced technologies and mentoring high-performing engineering teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

Our client is a technology-focused engineering organisation delivering advanced solutions to global defence and aerospace markets. They are looking for an accomplished Chief Engineer: Mechanical to serve as the design authority within the mechanical engineering discipline and provide technical leadership across complex development programmes. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding system-level design activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, supporting business growth initiatives, and fostering innovation within the engineering function. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while influencing technical strategy and mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience with proven technical leadership.
• Recognised subject matter expert in structural mechanics, structural design, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of defence and aerospace engineering standards, including MIL-STD, STANAG, IEC, and ISO frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience acting as a technical lead or design authority on complex engineering programmes.
• Strong background in structural analysis, product development, and system design.
• Experience reviewing and approving engineering designs to ensure manufacturability, quality, compliance, and performance.
• Ability to provide technical mentorship and drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to feasibility studies, bid support, and technical strategy development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Exposure to MATLAB, Python, FEKO, HFSS, CST, or similar engineering simulation tools will be advantageous.
• Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) will be advantageous.

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