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NATS are currently seeking a Project Engineering Manager to oversee complex technical deliveries in Aberdeen. This role focuses on the high-profile management of projects within the Air Traffic Management domain, incorporating cutting-edge technologies such as virtualised platforms, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the technical delivery of high-profile or multiple complex work packages, ensuring alignment and resource management

Apply systems engineering principles to define, plan, and deliver project activities

Act as the technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure the quality and alignment of project outputs

Manage and execute the scope of work, defining activities across projects

Provide assurance of the content of plans and work packages to stakeholders

Proactively manage technical delivery risks and identify solutions

Oversee task management and direction to a team of engineers and subject matter experts

Job Requirements:

Professional engineering qualification in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a relevant field

Significant experience in systems engineering or technical project delivery in safety-critical environments

Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to work autonomously

Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and third-party suppliers

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to translate complex engineering issues into plain English

Track record of proactive problem-solving and decision-making

If you are an experienced Project Engineering Manager looking to further your career in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you

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