SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £70,000.00-£80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the UK?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Horsham RH12 5Q

ROLE PURPOSE:

As an Electronics Team Leader at Chess Dynamics you will play a critical role in overseeing and guiding a team of talented electronics engineers. Your leadership and technical expertise will drive the successful design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge electronic systems for defence applications. You will ensure that your team adheres to the highest standards of engineering excellence and compliance and engaging in tactical and strategic growth of the team as it evolves to meet business needs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Lead and mentor a team of electronics engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Providing technical guidance and support to team members, assisting with complex problem-solving and decision-making.
· Oversee the design, development, and testing of electronic systems and components for defence applications, in line with the project development lifecycle, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget, including project resource allocations, definition of electrical work packages and task management. Proactively assess and manage emerging risks.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, and systems engineers, to ensure seamless integration of electronic systems.

• Review, maintain and update and improve working practices associated with electrical and electronics design and development, including internal documentation.
• Support the sales team with new bid and opportunities, queries and discussions related to electrical systems

· Monitor and evaluate team performance, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality. Engage in staff development to ensure all direct and indirect reports are appropriately supported with 1:1s, mentoring and personal development planning.

· Provide input to engineering team goals and objectives and associated strategic planning.

• Identifying resource needs and lead recruitment activities for the electrical team

· Keep the business up to date with latest technological advancements and industry trends, ensuring your team remains at the forefront of innovation.
· Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and defence industry standards throughout the development and deployment of electronic systems