Knowledge: Application of ILS to large scale complex programmes for UK MOD and/or industry Working knowledge of defence standards: Def Stan 00-600, Def Stan 00-60 and Def Stan 00-40 Series Awareness of standards: Mil Std 1388-2B, Mil Std 1629A, Mil Hdbk 472, Mil Std 785, Mil Std 756 and Mil Std 470 Knowledge of Logistic Information Repositories (LIRs), OPUS 10, PTC Windchill software tools Broad engineering proficiency Proficient in the use of Microsoft office tools High quality standards with focus on service delivery and excelling customers' expectations Other desirable (but not essential) knowledge and skills: Naval working practices Underwater acoustics and signal processing Military sonars Knowledge (continued) Mine warfare Operation and maintenance procedures System maintenance tools and techniques Military equipment documentation styles and formats Naval systems and platforms Challenges Working as a part of a team in a changing environment, meeting sometimes challenging timescales, deliver a range of services, on time and to budget Key accountabilities may include Carrying out ILS bidding activities including proposal writing and cost estimating Analysing the support requirements within a bid / project and define the tasks and associated resources required to support the product Developing and managing ILS and ILS Element Plans, Supportability Analysis, AR&M, Supply Support, Technical Documentation, Training Needs Analysis (TNA), Training, Facilities and PHS&T Successfully influencing the product design to enhance in-service supportability Developing the most appropriate support strategies and solutions Delivering all the mandated support elements Developing and managing the ILS Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and schedules and ensuring xxuwjjq ILS programmes are delivered within budget and timescales Behavioural requirements Personal drive Flexible approach to work and can-do attitude Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to quickly establish good working relationships with customers and colleagues Presents ideas successfully, with strong negotiation and persuasion skills Strong analytical and numerical skills able to produce workable solutions to problems High quality standards with a focus on service delivery and exceeding customers' expectations