Systems Engineering Manager

About the Opportunity Amentum is a global leader in engineering, project and programme management, and solutions integration. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineering Manager with strong Defence experience to lead the delivery of complex systems engineering activities across bid and programme execution phases. The role involves defining engineering approaches, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring high‑quality delivery across the full system lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities Lead systems engineering activities across complex Defence programmes, spanning requirements, architecture, integration, verification, validation, and in‑service support. Define and implement Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs) and associated artefacts for both bid and delivery phases. Manage engineering inputs to bids and proposals, including solution development, estimation, and technical governance.

Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams and partner organisations to deliver integrated system solutions. Ensure alignment with systems engineering standards (e.g. ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288) and MOD governance frameworks.

Oversee engineering planning, resource allocation, risk management, and delivery performance across projects. Engage with senior stakeholders, providing technical leadership, assurance, and decision support across Defence programmes. What You'll Need Degree qualified in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability. Ability to operate in complex, fast‑paced, and high‑assurance environments.

Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, processes, and lifecycle models (e.g. V‑model, Agile, hybrid approaches). Experience Proven experience delivering complex systems engineering projects within UK Defence environments (e.g.

MOD, DE&S, Defence Digital). Strong experience managing systems engineering across the full lifecycle, including bid, design, integration, and delivery phases. Experience leading engineering teams within complex, multi‑supplier environments.

Experience contributing to and leading bid activities, including technical solution development and estimation. Experience in requirements management, system architecture, integration, and verification & validation. Ability to define and govern engineering processes and ensure quality across deliverables.

Standards & Frameworks Strong knowledge of systems engineering standards (e.g. ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288). Familiarity with MOD frameworks, governance, and delivery environments (highly desirable).

Awareness of architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, MODAF, UAF). EEO Statement EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans Labor Laws Posters: Amentum is a Disability Confident employer; we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy.

We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment. Amentum does not charge any fees to candidates and will never ask for a placement fee or any other payment to expedite the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr