Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems. With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage. **What you’ll do:** We are seeking a visionary Divisional Chief Engineer to lead technical strategy, governance, and innovation across our Actuation and Air-to-Air Refuelling product lines, with additional oversight of Environmental Systems. You’ll act as a subject matter expert, drive engineering excellence, mentor talent, and collaborate across functions to deliver world-class aerospace solutions. **Key Responsibilities:** + Lead complex, multi-component engineering programs with divisional-level influence, ensuring technical compatibility, compliance, and performance + Own and drive engineering technical roadmaps, aligning innovation and technology development with customer and business needs + Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) across Environmental, Actuation, and Air-to-Air Refuelling product lines, contributing to Mission Systems Division (MSD) and Aerospace Group growth + Provide technical governance and signatory approval for design integrity, program reviews, and adherence to robust engineering processes + Champion Eaton Aerospace Common Engineering Standards (ACES) and lead gate reviews, RCCA activities, and Non-Advocate Reviews + Drive best practices across our engineering disciplines, mentoring teams and ensuring quality of technical deliverables + Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers, anticipating future trends and representing Eaton in external technical forums + Promote and teach Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools, lead technical mentoring, and support cross-site engineering audits and reviews **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution + Proven track record in leading large, complex engineering programs + Extensive experience in a high level engineering role ideally in aerospace, defence or high-tech industries, including new product development and sustaining support + Extensive experience in mechanical components and systems **Skills:** + Strong analytical skills across complex systems including mechanical design, test, project management, structural and fluid analysis, and electrical design + Strategic thinker with high creativity and technical depth + Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders **For strict compliance reasons must be a UK national** **The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods, and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.** **What we offer:** + Global Impact: Work on technologies that support defence and commercial aviation worldwide + Mission-Critical Work: Contribute to aerial refuelling, weapons carriage, and next-gen military platforms + Innovation Culture: Be part of a team that values creativity, continuous improvement, and technical excellence \#LI-MM2 We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.