Location: Greater London, hybrid 3 days per week on site
Duration: Contract (Outside IR35) - 6 months initially
Due to the nature of this project successful candidate must hold Active SC Clearance and be Sole British National.
RC Fornax are seeking an experienced ILS / Obsolescence Engineer to support our customer in delivering Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and proactive obsolescence management across multiple engineering systems.
Key Responsibilities
Obsolescence Management
* Perform proactive and reactive obsolescence activities across multiple systems.
* Support obsolescence resolution options in line with BS EN-IEC-62402:2019.
* Identify spares holdings and ensure alignment with MoD Spares Policy and NATO Codification.
* Monitor and report obsolescence risks throughout contract and system life.
ILS Activities
* Develop and maintain ILS Management Plans aligned with DEF STAN 00-600 and business strategy.
* Support ARM reporting, including Reliability Block Diagrams for redundancy and critical item analysis.
* Interpret maintenance schedules and manuals; attend Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) meetings.
* Contribute to bid activities by reviewing customer requirements and preparing Basis of Estimates.
* Ensure compliance with ILS requirements and demonstrate value to stakeholders.
Analysis & Support
* Conduct FMECA, LORA, Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA), and PHS&T assessments.
* Address disposal issues, including hazardous materials and security considerations.
* Support training and documentation development.
Collaboration
* Work closely with engineering design teams to influence supportability in system design.
* Liaise with functional safety, configuration, supply chain, and OEMs to manage support data and obsolescence.
* Engage with customers to manage expectations and mitigate ILS-related risks.
Experience Required
* Proven track record delivering ILS within the UK Defence sector.
* Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience (HNC Level 4 or higher).
* Strong knowledge of UK Defence Standards and international ILS standards.
* Experience with maritime surface and sub-surface platforms.
* Familiarity with control systems and software supportability