Overview

Director of Recruitment - Engineering Division. Consulting with Clients to Solve Complex Hiring Challenges in Technical Engineering Across the UK and…Systems Engineering Leadership Role | Be the Catalyst for ChangeCommutable from: Surrey, Berks, Hertfordshire, Greater London, OxfordshireThis role is with a world-renowned British engineering business that operates at the cutting edge of aerospace and defence technology. The work is complex. The stakes are high. The impact is real. This role is about transformation—leading a high-performing, forward-thinking engineering function and driving change with purpose.What if your next move wasn’t just another job… but a mission? It’s challenging, exciting, and requires someone who can think like a maverick while delivering like a pro.What They’re Looking For

A confident, credible leader with gravitas and a proven ability to build and develop high-performing teamsSomeone who thrives in a systems engineering environment and understands the full product lifecycleA resilient and pragmatic thinker who can challenge stakeholders, inspire change, and push through resistanceExperience in safety-critical or highly regulated sectors (defence, aerospace, etc.)A natural problem solver—analytical, strategic, and sharpSomeone who brings structure, maturity and vision to a growing engineering teamThe Opportunity

Lead and shape a team delivering mission-critical subsystemsDrive continuous improvement, performance conversations, and capability upliftCoach, mentor and develop your engineers—not just to do the work, but to own itPartner with programme, systems, mechanical, software and electronics teamsHelp steer the function through change and growth—leaving a legacy of excellenceIf you’re currently in a comfortable leadership role but feel it’s become routine, this is an opportunity to take on something that matters. It’s challenging. It’s exciting. It needs someone who can think differently while delivering with excellence.Message me in confidence for more information or apply now.Seniorities and Employment

Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob Function and Industries

Job function: Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product ManagementIndustries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at CBSbutler by 2x.

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