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Air Vehicle Design Manager





Vacancy Reference: 2025/CLA-408





Position: Full-time



Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK



Salary Range: 75k - 85k per annum depending on relevant experience





At Callen-Lenz, we are expanding the limits of what is possible. We specialise in crewed and uncrewed aircraft operations and technology, and having recently received investment into the business we are going through a period of rapid growth and development and are looking for key roles to assist with these changes. Callen-Lenz offers innovative and customer focused UAS solutions through our 4 key business strands; technical services, products, platforms and operational services. We are looking for individuals to help drive forward our expansion, placing you at forefront of UAS development in the UK.





Our Values


Teamwork Commitment Initiative Creativity Agility Integrity Enjoyment




Why Work for Us



Based in the heart of rural Wiltshire, close to the Historic city of Salisbury you will join our rapidly growing, friendly and multi-disciplined team, working on a range of diverse and interesting projects, leading the way in this exciting field and witnessing the full lifecycle of our products. The Callen-Lenz team are passionate about what we do, and we are searching for individuals to grow with us as we expand into the aerospace industry.

Our benefits include:

25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) Buy/Sell holiday policy up to 5 days either way Pension Scheme via Royal London Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. Green Car Scheme Life assurance scheme (6x basic salary) Income protection policy (75% of basic salary) Private Health Insurance via Vitality Private Dental insurance via Bupa Enhanced Maternity and paternity 1 Professional membership reimbursed per year 1 paid volunteering day per year Access to an independent financial advisor year round Training & development opportunities

About the Role

Lead and manage one of two multi-disciplinary Air Vehicle Design teams encompassing aerodynamic, structural, and mechanical Engineers in the development and delivery of uncrewed platforms and related systems Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager and working closely with the Programme Management Team, the Air Vehicle Engineering Manager will lead a team responsible for the design and development of new and existing uncrewed platforms. Lead the team to; Develop new UAS platforms from concept through to completion Support validation, verification, integration and test activities for relevant concepts, designs and technologies Provide support to manufacturing, addressing emerging issues, and incorporating appropriate feedback into the design Be responsible for creation and delivery of manufacturing data packs (where appropriate). Follow and maintain and appropriate standards and processes for configuration management and change control (where appropriate) Work with Engineers and wider stakeholder community to identify, assess and prioritise development opportunities to enhance existing products Support the selection of appropriate suppliers and partners, including supporting the generation of technical contract documentation




This is a key role that will enable the rapid development of new aircraft and related support equipment, along with the production and maturation of existing platforms.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Coaching Line management and development of the team, including mentoring and developing Team Leaders Generate and manage forward load plans to ensure effective project delivery and staff development Coach, mentor and develop staff including new starter onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities Lead and monitor employees using performance management through establishment of goals, feedback and encouraging employee contribution Work with HR to recruit, interview, select and hire new employees as required Technical Responsibilities o Guide, or lead the team where appropriate, in their technical duties. Provide ongoing technical assurance to projects through life. Establish and maintain tools, standards and processes. Represent the company with customers and suppliers as necessary. Lead major technical reviews, as necessary. o Ensure quality and compliance with the company's policies and procedures. Project Delivery Assist in the estimation and planning of complex projects in close cooperation with the programme management team Mentor and assist Engineering Technical Leads and Team leads with estimation and planning activities. Support the programme management team, by managing and motivating the team to deliver projects on time and to budget Health & Safety Create and promote a safe working environment consistent with all applicable company and legislative requirements (e.g. COSHH, HASAW, HSE) Direct the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by eliminating hazards, training employees, and promoting safety awareness Health & Safety Coordination - regulations, communications, walk rounds, actions

About You

Skills & Competencies

Essential


Demonstrable experience of technical leadership and engineering line management within aviation, defence, or a similarly regulated industry. Whole lifecycle experience delivering products from concept to end of life Template - April 2022 Knowledge of configuration management and change control techniques Desirable Experience of rapid prototyping, aircraft design, unmanned air systems and/or a keen interest in aviation Familiar with design for manufacture considerations




Desirable


Experience of rapid prototyping, aircraft design, unmanned air
systems and/or a keen interest in aviation
Familiar with design for manufacture considerations.




Qualifications



Must be a British Citizen or have an existing right to work in the UK Ability to commit to occasional national and international travel Capable leader Excellent communicator Excellent problem solving ability Ability to work well in a team Enthusiasm for their work and self-motivated Ability to hold Security Clearance - 5 years residence in the UK



Callen-Lenz is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. It is essential that the successful candidate must, by the start of their employment have permission to work in the UK. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment.




Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks