Principal ILS & Obsolescence Engineer in City of London
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Job Description
Principal ILS & Obsolescence Engineer
Introduction:
This organisation sits at the heart of some of the UK’s most critical defence and maritime programmes, delivering technology that genuinely matters. They’re now strengthening their Integrated Logistics Support capability with a senior engineer who can shape strategy, guide teams, and influence delivery across complex systems.
Role Overview:
Location: UK-based (hybrid working available)
Package: Generous Salary + bonus & strong benefits
Industry: Defence / Engineering / Maritime Systems
What You’ll Be Doing:
Leading and embedding ILS and obsolescence processes across major engineering programmes
Acting as the go-to ILS specialist, advising engineering teams throughout the full product lifecycle
Supporting high-profile maritime and defence projects critical to UK capability
Building trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
Providing technical oversight of suppliers and ensuring ILS standards are met
Coaching and mentoring engineers within the ILS & Obsolescence function
Representing ILS at programme and stakeholder level with confidence and credibility
Main Skills Needed:
Strong, hands-on experience in ILS and obsolescence engineering methodologies
Background in systems, software, or complex engineering environments
Degree-level qualification in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
Proven ability to manage customer and supplier relationships
Confident communicator with a collaborative, people-first approach
Experience providing technical leadership or mentoring within teams
What’s in It for You:
Optional compressed working pattern with every other Friday off
Private healthcare, performance-related bonus, and pension scheme
Long-term career development within a large, respected engineering organisation
Exposure to nationally significant defence and maritime programmes
A genuinely inclusive culture with strong support networks and community initiatives
Relocation support available where needed
The opportunity to shape and grow an ILS capability, not just deliver against it
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- Location:
- City Of London
- Job Type:
- FullTime