P-8A Obsolescence Engineer
Join us at Boeing to support the delivery of advanced defence capabilities such as the P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft and others. We are looking for an Obsolescence Engineer to help maintain and evolve our engineering and support processes within the Product Support Engineering Department.
Job Description
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Qualifications
Boeing Defence UK (BDUK), headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced Obsolescence Engineer. The role is based in Bristol and supports a growing portfolio of defence programmes.
Department Overview
* Logistic Support Analysis
* Reliability and Maintainability
* Reliability‑Centred Maintenance Analysis
* Engineering Data Exploitation
* Obsolescence Management
* Integrated Logistic Support Engineering
* Technical Publications
Responsibilities
* Support the Obsolescence Capability Lead in providing Obsolescence Management Services for the BDUK Portfolio, including process generation and plan reassessment.
* Prepare material for briefings, meetings and formal working groups.
* Identify obsolescence issues or opportunities early and support mitigation and development plans.
* Attend internal, supplier and customer meetings as required.
* Liaise with Systems functions (Engineering, Supply Chain Management and Training) to keep support engineering and obsolescence aligned with wider BDUK developments.
* Coordinate Support Engineering deliverables (CDRLs) ensuring timely inputs, review and First Time Quality focus.
* Work with Boeing International obsolescence personnel and the Obsolescence Management Capability Lead.
Basic Qualifications/Requirements
* Ability to obtain UK SC security clearance.
* Strong understanding of Support Engineering, especially obsolescence in a military environment.
* Experience in Obsolescence Management.
* Analytical skills to work with Engineering data.
* Collaboration skills to engage cross‑functional stakeholders for optimisation and supplier engagement.
* Capability to liaise with OEM platform side of Boeing for integration of UK solutions with base platforms.
* Track record of driving first‑time quality.
* Knowledge of international support standards such as Def Stan 00‑600 ASD/AIA S‑Series ILS specifications is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications/Requirements
* Degree‑level education in a relevant Engineering discipline (not mandatory).
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates must satisfy Boeing's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Work Authorization
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not sponsor immigration or labour for any applicants.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until Jan. 23, 2026.
Export Control Requirements
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
Position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are committed to providing appropriate accommodations.
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Airlines and Aviation, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Defense and Space Manufacturing
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