As the Senior ILS Engineer you will be a key member of the engineering team across both the Chertsey and Portland sites, providing Supportability and Support Solutions advice and documentation to projects, marketing, and development. You will provide accurate, comprehensive and detailed Through-Life support modelling, plans and costs that are critical to winning business, providing confidence to our customers that our products and services are robust, reliable and cost-effective against our competitors. through installation and in-service operations; Ideally, with extensive experience in the Defence or related industry and exposure to complex, long-term development, delivery and sustainment projects, as the Senior ILS Engineer you will ensure that the Company remains in the forefront of the UK’s Defence Industry capability. Design, develop and document ILS solutions for new and existing Projects and Products, Bids and Proposals to the customer including, but not limited to:
· Planning and implementation of all Def Stan 00-600 defined ILS elements.
· Training planning and Training Needs Analysis.
· In-Service Support (ISS) and availability-based ISS planning and execution.
· Contracted Logistic Support (CLS) planning and execution, including Customer POC and meeting facilitation.
· ILS performance metrics and Key Performance Indicators.
· Define coherent obsolescence management strategies across the company’s portfolio of projects and prepare obsolescence management plans.
· Develop and manage technical publications and ensure technical publications alignment, e.g. procedural publications with training publications and update in response to design and Support concept changes.
· Interface with Safety and Security functions to ensure that they are not compromised by the Support Solution.
· Identify, introduce and maintain appropriate, modern ILS software tools to support analysis and modelling and enhance the company’s ability to deliver comprehensive ILS solutions.
· Proven ability to work on multiple projects and deliver to challenging timescales within a small team environment.
· Commitment to quality, performance, and cost, delivering on-time to the highest standard.
· The ability to adapt and be agile to specific project requirements and demand change at short notice.
· A full UK driving licence with the ability to travel between work sites (Chertsey and Portland) for extended periods when required, with occasional travel to Customer sites.
· An ability to challenge design concepts and trade requirements, in order to optimise support.
· Highly competent computer skills including MS Office suite.
· Holding or the ability to attain SC UK security clearance.
· Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional paid days off per year or boost your salary with an authorised single-time overtime
· Flexible working: Role-specific allowances: Subject to individual projects and roles.
· Holiday entitlement: 24 days per annum, plus public holidays. These are pro rata for part-time roles. A Christmas closedown occurs for most roles from 24th December – 2nd January, utilising your holiday entitlement.
· Pension scheme: 14% total pension made up of 7% contribution from the Employer, matched with 7% from the employee
· Private medical care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
· Training and upskilling: We are committed to your continuous personal and professional development meaning that you have the opportunity to gain additional skills and qualifications
· Save money on a new bicycle and cycling accessories and get fit too!
· Salary loans to purchase laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment
· Relocation package: Available to selected candidates needing to relocate within easy travel distance of one of our offices - In line with HMRC guidelines - spend less time travelling and more time living
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. Please be aware that many of our roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. We also support our Armed Forces communities, reservists and cadets and are proud advocates.