Technical Manager Armoured Vehicles

SUMMARY:
A leading defence and specialised vehicle engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Technical Manager – Armoured Vehicles to provide technical leadership across the design, development, integration, testing and production of advanced armoured vehicle platforms.
This is a senior engineering leadership opportunity for a technically strong professional with a background in armoured vehicles, military vehicles, heavy vehicles, automotive engineering or specialised vehicle development.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that engineering solutions meet stringent requirements for performance, survivability, reliability, safety, manufacturability and operational readiness, while leading multidisciplinary engineering teams through the complete product lifecycle.

POSITION INFO:
A leading defence and specialised vehicle engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Technical Manager - Armoured Vehicles to provide technical leadership across the design, development, integration, testing and production of advanced armoured vehicle platforms. This is a senior engineering leadership opportunity for a technically strong professional with a background in armoured vehicles, military vehicles, heavy vehicles, automotive engineering or specialised vehicle development . The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that engineering solutions meet stringent requirements for performance, survivability, reliability, safety, manufacturability and operational readiness , while leading multidisciplinary engineering teams through the complete product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across armoured vehicle design and development programmes. Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, electronic and systems engineers. Manage engineering activities from concept and feasibility through detailed design, prototyping, testing, validation and production . Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation. Provide technical direction on vehicle structures, chassis, suspension, driveline, armour integration and mechanical systems. Coordinate mechanical, electrical, electronic and systems engineering interfaces to ensure effective vehicle-level integration. Drive design optimisation with a focus on weight, performance, reliability, cost and manufacturability . Lead technical investigations, root-cause analysis and resolution of complex engineering problems. Support prototype builds, vehicle integration, testing, verification and validation programmes. Analyse test results and implement engineering improvements where required. Provide technical support to manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and field-service teams. Manage engineering changes, configuration control and product improvements throughout the vehicle lifecycle. Engage with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders on technical requirements and engineering solutions. Develop and maintain engineering standards, procedures, specifications and design methodologies. Ensure compliance with applicable defence, automotive, engineering, safety and quality standards. Support technical risk assessments, design reviews, FMEA and other engineering assurance activities. Contribute to project planning, resource allocation, budgets and technical delivery. Participate in customer presentations, technical reviews and programme meetings. Identify opportunities for technology development, innovation and continuous improvement. Ensure that engineering projects are delivered within agreed technical, cost, quality and programme requirements . Minimum Requirements BEng\/BSc\/BTech in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 8-10 years' relevant engineering experience , preferably within the defence, armoured vehicle, military vehicle, automotive, heavy vehicle or specialised vehicle environment. Proven experience in technical leadership or engineering management . Strong experience in product development and engineering design. Demonstrated experience taking engineering products from concept through to production . Strong understanding of mechanical systems, vehicle structures and vehicle integration. Experience with engineering analysis, design verification and validation. Proficiency with relevant CAD and engineering design tools . Strong technical report-writing and documentation skills. Excellent problem-solving and analytical capability. Strong project management, planning and stakeholder management skills. Willingness to travel when required. Please send your cv to