Engineering Manager (FPGA, C++)

Salary: £41,500 - 71,000 per year

Requirements:

• Proven experience leading the delivery of complex engineering or software development projects.
• Strong background managing software engineering programmes and multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Technically credible with a good understanding of C++ and FPGA development environments; hands-on development experience is not required.
• Experience delivering products throughout the full engineering lifecycle.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent planning, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience delivering projects within highly regulated or secure environments is desirable.
• Background in defence, aerospace, or advanced engineering programmes is desirable.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies is desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of complex engineering projects across a portfolio of programmes.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, including Software and FPGA Engineers.
• Provide technical leadership and direction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.
• Oversee engineering planning, resource allocation, and delivery priorities.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, and technical issues, escalating where appropriate.
• Work closely with Programme Managers, Engineering Managers, and key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor and support a small team of engineers, providing leadership and technical guidance.
• Drive collaboration across cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative technical solutions.
• Ensure engineering activities align with programme objectives, governance, and compliance requirements.

Technologies:

• FPGA
• Support
• C++
• Hardware

More:

We are hiring an experienced Engineering Manager for a high-profile engineering programme in Gloucestershire. This is a 6-month rolling contract starting as soon as possible, offering a rate of £600-650 per day inside IR35. We are looking for a technically credible leader to guide software and FPGA engineering teams in a secure environment, delivering complex products to a high standard. Candidates require an active SC clearance to start.

last updated 32 week of 2026