UAS Support & Test Equipment Lead (Defence)

Northrop Grumman; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global defense contractor is seeking a Support and Test Equipment Manager in Edinburgh, UK. The role involves managing Support and Test Equipment for the MQ-4C Triton UAS, ensuring compliance and effective calibration. Ideal candidates will possess technical trade qualifications and relevant experience in fields like Engineering or Supply Chain. The company offers flexible working options, comprehensive parental leave, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

18 weeks paid parental leave

Flexible Working Options

Health and Wellbeing programs

Generous employee discount programs

Ongoing career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Technical trade qualifications or equivalent necessary.
• Relevant experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance, or Planning.
• Strong technical performance required, with experience in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage Support and Test Equipment and Ground Support Equipment.
• Conduct suitability and service release assessments.
• Engage with contractors for calibration timelines.

Skills

Technical trade qualification or equivalent

Experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance or Planning

Demonstrated technical performance

People leadership experience

Customer interface experience

Technical experience in aircraft support program

Job description

A global defense contractor is seeking a Support and Test Equipment Manager in Edinburgh, UK. The role involves managing Support and Test Equipment for the MQ-4C Triton UAS, ensuring compliance and effective calibration. Ideal candidates will possess technical trade qualifications and relevant experience in fields like Engineering or Supply Chain. The company offers flexible working options, comprehensive parental leave, and opportunities for career progression.