Technical Engineering Director - Robotics

The Role

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Define and execute the technical strategy for robotics development in the region.
• Ensure technical excellence across disciplines: robotics, AI/ML, computer vision, embedded systems, controls, electronics, and mechanical integration.
• Drive innovation while balancing reliability, safety, and defense compliance.
• Translate company strategy into actionable engineering roadmaps aligned with customer missions.

Organizational & People Leadership

• Build, scale, and lead regional engineering teams across multiple disciplines.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain top technical talent in competitive environments.
• Establish a strong culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop future leaders by providing coaching and growth opportunities.

Program & Delivery Management

• Own delivery of regional engineering programs, from R&D through deployment.
• Oversee budgets, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Drive disciplined execution: systems engineering, testing, certification, and production readiness.
• Ensure compliance with defense standards, cybersecurity protocols, and export controls.

Cross-Functional & External Engagement

• Collaborate closely with product, operations, and business leadership.
• Represent the company to defense partners, suppliers, and government stakeholders.
• Align local execution with global engineering practices and long-term strategy.
• Act as a visible leader in the defense robotics ecosystem within the UK.

Your Profile

• Experience in robotics, defense systems, or advanced engineering industries.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director, VP, or equivalent), managing large technical teams.
• Deep technical expertise in one or more core areas (autonomy, teleoperation, AI/ML, embedded systems, mechatronics).
• Proven success delivering production-grade defense or mission-critical systems.
• Strong background in systems engineering and multidisciplinary program delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and executive-level reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with defense procurement, certification, and security clearance processes.
• Background in cybersecurity, safety-critical systems, or secure communications.

Benefits And Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A shaping role in an emerging dual use company
• Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team
• Room for professional growth and development
• Participation in the company's success, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups