World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Test Equipment Obsolescence Manager subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. The role will be a hybrid position of 2 days in office, rest of the week remote.Rate: £60 per hourOvertime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter'Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite and the rest remote from home. Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)Test Equipment Obsolescence Manager Job Description:We have a phenomenal opportunity for experienced Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production activities at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Working within Production Design Support (PDS) is a highly rewarding role working close to the manufacturing environment helping to shape the design of the products and test equipment, delivering support to our customers.Responsibilities:Role includes the following responsibilities:Managing Proactive and Reporting ServicesImplementing Strategy for Obsolescence ManagementTechnical Assessment working with Engineering teams to manage changesManaging Resources and Work load PlanningSkillset/experience required:Engineering Degree or relevant experienceKnowledge and experience of managing ObsolescenceKnowledge and experience of Electronic EquipmentYou'll be prepared to work autonomously if needed, lead the delivery of your work assignments, and actively engage with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of your outputs.Manage discreet work packages preparing bids, controlling costs and delivering solutions.Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills with the capability to write clear and concise engineering documentation.Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, with an awareness of the challenges and opportunities that this may bring and a passion for innovation and collaboration.